Nuggets of Wisdom

23 Buy truth and do not sell it— wisdom, instruction and insight as well.

20 Don't hang out with those who get drunk on wine or those who eat too much meat, 21 because drunks and gluttons will be reduced to poverty. Those who sleep too much will wear rags.

17 Don't be jealous of sinners, but always respect the Lord.

13 Don't hesitate to discipline children. A good spanking won't kill them. 14 As a matter of fact, it may save their lives.

12 Apply your heart to instruction and your ears to words of knowledge.

9 Don't give good advice to stupid people; they will only make fun of your wise words.

4 Don't wear yourself out trying to get rich. Be wise enough to know when to quit. 5 In the blink of an eye wealth disappears, for it will sprout wings and fly away like an eagle.

29 Have you seen a person skilled in their work? They'll work for kings rather than ordinary people.