Proverbs 18:9-19

Whoever is lazy in his work is related to a vandal. The name of the LORD is a strong tower. A righteous person runs to it and is safe. A rich person’s wealth is his strong city and is like a high wall in his imagination. Before destruction a person’s heart is arrogant, but humility comes before honor. Whoever gives an answer before he listens is stupid and shameful. A person’s spirit can endure sickness, but who can bear a broken spirit? The mind of a person who has understanding acquires knowledge. The ears of wise people seek knowledge. A gift opens doors for the one who gives it and brings him into the presence of great people. The first to state his case seems right ⌞until⌟ his neighbor comes to cross-examine him. Flipping a coin ends quarrels and settles ⌞issues⌟ between powerful people. An offended brother is more ⌞resistant⌟ than a strong city, and disputes are like the locked gate of a castle tower.