Nuggets of Wisdom

22 Don't take advantage of the poor just because you can; don't take advantage of those who stand helpless in court. 23 The Lord will argue their case for them and threaten the life of anyone who threatens theirs.

16 A person who gets ahead by oppressing the poor or by showering gifts on the rich will end in poverty.

13 The lazy person is full of excuses. "I can't go to work!" he says. "If I go outside, I might meet a lion in the street and be killed!"

11 He who loves a pure heart and who speaks with grace will have the king for a friend.

25 A foolish son brings grief to his father and bitterness to the mother who bore him.

10 Throw out the mocker, and fighting goes, too. Quarrels and insults will disappear.

6 Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.

3 A prudent person foresees danger and takes precautions. The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences.