Contemporary English Version Anglicised

Proverbs 14:1-8 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

1. A woman's familyis held togetherby her wisdom,but it can be destroyedby her foolishness.

2. By living right, you showthat you respect the Lord;by being deceitful, you showthat you despise him.

3. Proud fools are punishedfor their stupid talk,but sensible talkcan save your life.

4. Without the help of an oxthere can be no crop,but with a strong oxa big crop is possible.

5. An honest witnesstells the truth;a dishonest witnesstells nothing but lies.

6. Make fun of wisdom,and you will never find it.But if you have understanding,knowledge comes easily.

7. Stay away from fools,or you won't learn a thing.

8. Wise people have enough senseto find their way,but stupid fools get lost.