New International Reader's Version

Proverbs 12:4-8 New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

4. A noble wife is her husband's crown. But a wife who brings shame is like sickness in his bones.

5. The plans of godly people are right. But the advice of sinners will lead you the wrong way.

6. The words of those who are evil hide and wait to spill people's blood. But the speech of those who are honest saves them from traps like that.

7. Sinners are destroyed and taken away. But the houses of godly people stand firm.

8. A man is praised for how wise he is. But people hate those who have twisted minds.