New American Standard Bible

Proverbs 12:21-28 New American Standard Bible (NASB)

21. No harm befalls the righteous, But the wicked are filled with trouble.

22. Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, But those who deal faithfully are His delight.

23. A prudent man conceals knowledge, But the heart of fools proclaims folly.

24. The hand of the diligent will rule, But the slack hand will be put to forced labor.

25. Anxiety in a man's heart weighs it down, But a good word makes it glad.

26. The righteous is a guide to his neighbor, But the way of the wicked leads them astray.

27. A lazy man does not roast his prey, But the precious possession of a man is diligence.

28. In the way of righteousness is life, And in its pathway there is no death.