Good News Bible

Proverbs 19:8-12 Good News Bible (GNB)

8. Do yourself a favour and learn all you can; then remember what you learn and you will prosper.

9. No one who tells lies in court can escape punishment; he is doomed.

10. Fools should not live in luxury, and slaves should not rule over noblemen.

11. If you are sensible, you will control your temper. When someone wrongs you, it is a great virtue to ignore it.

12. The king's anger is like the roar of a lion, but his favour is like welcome rain.