Proverbs 22:8-13 Modern English Version (MEV)

8. He who sows iniquity will reap vanity,and the rod of his anger will fail.

9. He who has a bountiful eye will be blessed,for he gives of his bread to the poor.

10. Cast out the scorner, and contention will go out;yes, strife and reproach will cease.

11. He who loves pureness of heart, for the grace of his lipsthe king will be his friend.

12. The eyes of the Lord preserve knowledge,and He overthrows the words of the transgressor.

13. The slothful man says, “There is a lion without!I will be slain in the streets!”

Proverbs 22