Verse 1: “Better is a dry morsel with quiet than a house full of feasting with strife.”

• Life Application: It’s better to have a modest meal in peace than a lavish one filled with arguments.

Verse 2: “A servant who deals wisely will rule over a son who acts shamefully and will share the inheritance as one of the brothers.”

• Life Application: Wisdom and diligence can lead to success, even surpassing family ties.

Verse 3: “The crucible is for silver, and the furnace is for gold, and the LORD tests hearts.”

• Life Application: Just as metals are refined through heat, God tests our hearts to reveal our true character.

Verse 4: “An evildoer listens to wicked lips, and a liar gives ear to a mischievous tongue.”

• Life Application: Be cautious about the company you keep, as it can influence your behavior and integrity.

Verse 5: “Whoever mocks the poor insults his Maker; he who is glad at calamity will not go unpunished.”

• Life Application: Showing kindness to the less fortunate is a reflection of honoring God, and rejoicing in others’ misfortune is wrong.

Verse 6: “Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of children is their fathers.”

• Life Application: Family is a source of pride and joy, and the way parents raise their children reflects on their legacy.

Verse 7: “Fine speech is not becoming to a fool; still less is false speech to a prince.”

• Life Application: Empty words from a fool or dishonesty from a leader are unbecoming and can lead to trouble.

Verse 8: “A bribe is like a magic stone in the eyes of the one who gives it; wherever he turns he prospers.”

• Life Application: Bribery may seem effective, but it leads to corruption and harm in the long run.

Verse 9: “Whoever covers an offense seeks love, but he who repeats a matter separates close friends.”

• Life Application: Forgiveness and discretion in dealing with others’ mistakes can strengthen relationships.

Verse 10: “A rebuke goes deeper into a man of understanding than a hundred blows into a fool.”

• Life Application: Wise people learn and grow from constructive criticism, while fools remain unchanged.

Verse 11: “An evil man seeks only rebellion, and a cruel messenger will be sent against him.”

• Life Application: Those who persist in wickedness will eventually face consequences.

Verse 12: “Let a man meet a she-bear robbed of her cubs rather than a fool in his folly.”

• Life Application: Dealing with a fool’s irrational behavior can be more dangerous than facing a wild animal.

Verse 13: “If anyone returns evil for good, evil will not depart from his house.”

• Life Application: Gratitude and kindness should be our response to good deeds, not retaliation.

Verse 14: “The beginning of strife is like letting out water, so quit before the quarrel breaks out.”

• Life Application: Avoiding conflict is wiser than allowing it to escalate uncontrollably.

Verse 15: “He who justifies the wicked and he who condemns the righteous are both alike an abomination to the LORD.”

• Life Application: God values justice and condemns those who pervert it.

Verse 16: “Why should a fool have money in his hand to buy wisdom when he has no sense?”

• Life Application: Money can’t buy wisdom, and a fool will squander wealth without understanding.

Verse 17: “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.”

• Life Application: True friends remain loyal and supportive, especially during difficult times.

Verse 18: “One who lacks sense gives a pledge and puts up security in the presence of his neighbor.”

• Life Application: It’s unwise to make financial commitments without understanding the consequences.

Verse 19: “Whoever loves transgression loves strife; he who makes his door high seeks destruction.”

• Life Application: Pursuing wrongdoing and inviting conflict can lead to ruin.

Verse 20: “A man of crooked heart does not discover good, and one with a dishonest tongue falls into calamity.”

• Life Application: Dishonesty and deceit lead to negative consequences.

Verse 21: “He who sires a fool gets himself sorrow, and the father of a fool has no joy.”

• Life Application: Parenting a foolish child can be a source of great sadness.

Verse 22: “A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.”

• Life Application: A positive and joyful attitude can have a healing effect on one’s well-being.

Verse 23: “The wicked accepts a bribe in secret to pervert the ways of justice.”

• Life Application: Corruption undermines justice, and it’s important to resist bribery.

Verse 24: “The discerning sets his face toward wisdom, but the eyes of a fool are on the ends of the earth.”

• Life Application: Wise individuals prioritize seeking wisdom,