20 The wise store up choice food and olive oil, but fools gulp theirs down. 21 Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor. 22 One who is wise can go up against the city of the mighty and pull down the stronghold in which they trust. At first glance it may … Continue reading Proverbs 21:20-22
Tag: temperance
Proverbs 25:15-17
15 Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone. 16 If you find honey, eat just enough— too much of it, and you will vomit. 17 Seldom set foot in your neighbor’s house— too much of you, and they will hate you. In dealing with superiors, sometimes … Continue reading Proverbs 25:15-17
Proverbs 21:16-17
16 Whoever strays from the path of prudence comes to rest in the company of the dead. 17 Whoever loves pleasure will become poor; whoever loves wine and olive oil will never be rich. A detour from prudence may promise opportunity, but the odds are on the side of regret. We tend to overestimate … Continue reading Proverbs 21:16-17
Proverbs 27:7-8
7 One who is full loathes honey from the comb, but to the hungry even what is bitter tastes sweet. 8 Like a bird that flees its nest is anyone who flees from home. Temperance is not only a virtue, it is also a key to enjoying what life has to offer. Overindulgence … Continue reading Proverbs 27:7-8
Proverbs 31:6-9
6 Let beer be for those who are perishing, wine for those who are in anguish! 7 Let them drink and forget their poverty and remember their misery no more. 8 Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. 9 Speak up and judge fairly; defend … Continue reading Proverbs 31:6-9
Proverbs 31:1-5
1 The sayings of King Lemuel—an inspired utterance his mother taught him. 2 Listen, my son! Listen, son of my womb! Listen, my son, the answer to my prayers! 3 Do not spend your strength on women, your vigor on those who ruin kings. 4 It is not for kings, Lemuel— it is not for … Continue reading Proverbs 31:1-5
Proverbs 23:1-3
1 When you sit to dine with a ruler, note well what is before you, 2 and put a knife to your throat if you are given to gluttony. 3 Do not crave his delicacies, for that food is deceptive. The importance of self restraint is emphasized here, which is classically known as the … Continue reading Proverbs 23:1-3
