The fear of the Lord
is the beginning of knowledge,
But fools despise wisdom and instruction.
~ Proverbs 1:7
The wise will inherit honor and glory,
But dishonor and shame are conferred on fools.
~ Proverbs 3:35
One who walks with wise people will be wise,
But a companion of fools will suffer harm.
~ Proverbs 13:20
Fools mock at sin,
But among the upright there is goodwill.
~ Proverbs 14:9
Wisdom rests in the heart of one who has understanding,
But what is in the heart of fools is made known.
~ Proverbs 14:33
The tongue of the wise makes knowledge pleasant,
But the mouth of fools spouts foolishness.
~ Proverbs 15:2
The lips of the wise spread knowledge,
but the hearts of fools are not upright.
~ Proverbs 15:7
Understanding is a wellspring of life to him who has it.
But the correction of fools is folly.
~ Proverbs 16:22
It is better to listen to the rebuke of a wise person
Than for one to listen to the song of fools.
~ Ecclesiastes 7:5
Be not quick in your spirit to become angry,
for anger lodges in the heart of fools.
~ Ecc. 7:9