Common English Bible

Proverbs 10:5-13 Common English Bible (CEB)

5. A wise son harvests in the summer;a disgraceful son sleeps right through the harvest.

6. Blessings cover the head of the righteous,but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.

7. The memory of the righteous is a blessing,but the name of the wicked rots.

8. The skilled mind accepts commands,but a foolish talker is ruined.

9. Those who walk in innocence walk with confidence,but those on crooked paths will be found out.

10. Those who wink an eye bring trouble;those who speak foolishly are ruined.

11. The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life,but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.

12. Hate stirs up conflict,but love covers all offenses.

13. Wisdom is found on the lips of those who have understanding,but there is a rod for the back of those with no sense.