Catholic Public Domain Version

Proverbs 17:5-12 Catholic Public Domain Version (CPDV)

5. Whoever despises the poor rebukes his Maker. And whoever rejoices in the ruin of another will not go unpunished.

6. Sons of sons are the crown of old age. And the glory of sons is their fathers.

7. Well-chosen words are not fitting for the foolish, nor are lying lips fitting for a leader.

8. The expectation of those who stand ready is a most pleasing jewel. Whichever way he turns himself, he understands prudently.

9. Whoever conceals an offense seeks friendships. Whoever repeats the words of another separates allies.

10. A correction benefits more with a wise man, than a hundred stripes with a fool.

11. The evil one continually seeks conflicts. But a cruel Angel shall be sent against him.

12. It is more expedient to meet a bear robbed of her young, than the foolish trusting in his own folly.