New English Translation

Proverbs 13:10-14 New English Translation (NET)

10. With pride comes only contention,but wisdom is with the well-advised.

11. Wealth gained quickly will dwindle away,but the one who gathers it little by little will become rich.

12. Hope deferred makes the heart sick,but a longing fulfilled is like a tree of life.

13. The one who despises instruction will pay the penalty,but whoever esteems instruction will be rewarded.

14. Instruction from the wise is like a life-giving fountain,to turn a person from deadly snares.