Proverbs of Solomon - Ferrar Fenton Bible Translation page 799
The Psalms, Solomon and Sacred Writers
PROVERBS.
16--18
15-29
Thc LORD is far from the wicked,
But he hears the prayers of the good.
A cheerful heart enlightens the eyes,
And good news fattens the frame,
The ear that hears the instruction of life,
Resides in the breast of the Wise.
Who refuses correction, hates his life,
Who hears 2. reproof, buys sense I
Wisdom teaches the fear of the LORD,
And humility goes before honour!
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Man can displayhis ideas,
But the LORD gives the tongue a reply.
A11 a. ma.n’s ways are right in his eyes,
But the LORD can examine his thoughts.
Coniide all your works to the LORD
And he will arrange for your plans.
The LORD made all for his purpose,
Yes, the bad for the day of distress!
All the proud-hearted disgust the LORD,
Hand in hand they will not be guiltless.
F railty is pardoned by kindness and truth,
But the fear of the LORD turns from evil.
When a man’s ways please the LORD,
Even his foes are at peace with him.
An honest little is better
Than a great dishonest increase.
A man’s heart plans his object,
But the LORD controls the result.
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Let justice guard the royal lips,
Lest his mouth should err in deciding.
A just balance and scales are the LORD's;
For He made all the weights in the bag.
It is hateful for kings to sin ;
For to do right supports the throne.
Honest lips should be pleasing to kings,
Who should love the straight-out speaker.
A king’s wrath is a herald of death,
But a wise man can appease it.
In the light of a royal face is light;
And his favour, a rain-cloud in harvest.
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Buy wisdom rather than finest gold,
Get thought, before choicest silver!
The right highway is to turn from sin,
He saves his soul who keeps that road !
Pride will precede destruction,
And a haughty spirit a fall.
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