Proverbs 19:1-6 New English Translation (NET)

1. Better is a poor person who walks in his integritythan one who is perverse in his speech and is a fool.

2. It is dangerous to have zeal without knowledge,and the one who acts hastily makes poor choices.

3. A person’s folly subverts his way,and his heart rages against the Lord.

4. Wealth adds many friends,but a poor person is separated from his friend.

5. A false witness will not go unpunished,and the one who spouts out lies will not escape punishment.

6. Many people entreat the favor of a generous person,and everyone is the friend of the person who gives gifts.

Proverbs 19