Proverbs 18:8-14 New American Bible, Revised Edition (NABRE)

8. The words of a talebearer are like dainty morsels:they sink into one’s inmost being.

9. Those slack in their workare kin to the destroyer.

10. The name of the Lord is a strong tower;the just run to it and are safe.

11. The wealth of the rich is their strong city;they fancy it a high wall.

12. Before disaster the heart is haughty,but before honor is humility.

13. Whoever answers before listening,theirs is folly and shame.

14. One’s spirit supports one when ill,but a broken spirit who can bear?

Proverbs 18