Proverbs

And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.

Wherefore the Lord God of Israel saith, I said indeed that thy house, and the house of thy father, should walk before me for ever: but now the Lord saith, Be it far from me; for them that honour me I will honour, and they that despise me shall be lightly esteemed.

He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly.

The wise shall inherit glory: but shame shall be the promotion of fools.

Say unto wisdom, Thou art my sister; and call understanding thy kinswoman: