Proverbs 12

KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 12 of 31

1 Whoever loves instruction loves knowledge, but he hating chastisement is one of stupidity.

2 The good obtain grace from Jehovah, but He will condemn a man of evil devices.

3 A man shall not be established by wickedness, but the root of the righteous ones shall not be dislodged.

4 A woman of virtue is a crown to her lord, but one causing shame is like rottenness in his bones.

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Chapter Summary

A woman of virtue is a crown to her husband.

Key Hebrew Words

מוּסָר instruction, discipline H4148 · TWOT 877b
חַ֫יִל virtue, worth H2428 · TWOT 624a
צַדִּיק righteous one H6662 · TWOT 1879c
רָשָׁע wicked one H7563 · TWOT 2222b
אֱמוּנָה faithfulness H530 · TWOT 116e
לָשׁוֹן tongue H3956 · TWOT 1131a

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