Reference

Various Scriptures from Proverbs

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; Fools despise wisdom and instruction. (Proverbs 1:7)

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding (Proverbs 9:10)

The wicked flee when no one pursues But the righteous are bold as a lion.” (Proverbs 28:1)

“Hatred stirs up strife, But love covers all transgressions. (Proverbs 10:12)

“A man’s discretion makes him slow to anger, And it is his glory to overlook a transgression.” (Proverbs 19:11)

“He who is slow to anger has great understanding, But he who is quick-tempered exalts folly.”  (Proverbs 14:29)

“He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty, And he who rules his spirit, than he who captures a city.” (Proverbs 16:32)

“Wrath is fierce and anger is a flood, But who can stand before jealousy?” (Proverbs 27:4)

“A tranquil heart is life to the body,  But passion is rottenness to the bones. (Proverbs 14:30)

“Bright eyes gladden the heart; Good news puts fat on the bones.” (Proverbs 15:30)