but a poor man's friend deserts him.
He who gets wisdom loves his own soul;
he who cherishes understanding prospers.
A man's wisdom gives him patience;
it is to his glory to overlook an offense.
Houses and wealth are inherited from parents,
but a prudent wife is from the Lord.
He who is kind to the poor lends to the Lord,
and he will reward him for what he has done.
Discipline your son, for in that there is hope;
do not be willing party to his death.
Many are the plans in a man's heart,
but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails.
Stop listening to instruction, my son,
and you will stray from the words of knowledge."
Qualities that promote success
in God's eyes
(according to my commentary)
Righteousness
Hating what is false
Committing all work to the Lord
Using your words carefully
Loving wisdom & understanding
Humility & fear of the Lord
Willingness to confess & renounce sin
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