Contemporary English Version Anglicised

Proverbs 16:14-20 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

14. An angry rulercan put you to death.So be wise!Don't make one angry.

15. When a ruler is happyand pleased with you,it's like refreshing rain,and you will live.

16. It's much better to be wiseand sensiblethan to be rich.

17. God's people avoid evil ways,and they protect themselvesby watching where they go.

18. Too much pridewill destroy you.

19. You are better offbeing humble and poorthan getting richfrom what you take by force.

20. If you know what you're doing,you will prosper.God blesses everyonewho trusts him.