Proverbs 12:7-9 New English Translation (NET)

7. The wicked are overthrown and perish,but the righteous household will stand.

8. A person is praised in accordance with his wisdom,but the one who has a twisted mind is despised.

9. Better is a person of humble standing who nevertheless has a servant,than one who pretends to be somebody important yet has no food.

Proverbs 12