Proverbs 16

Proverbs 16

21 The wise are known for their understanding,
  and pleasant words are persuasive.

22 Discretion is a life-giving fountain to those who possess it,
  but discipline is wasted on fools.

23 From a wise mind comes wise speech;
  the words of the wise are persuasive.

24 Kind words are like honey—
  sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.

25 There is a path before each person that seems right,
  but it ends in death.

26 It is good for workers to have an appetite;
  an empty stomach drives them on.

27 Scoundrels create trouble;
  their words are a destructive blaze.

28 A troublemaker plants seeds of strife;
  gossip separates the best of friends.

29 Violent people mislead their companions,
  leading them down a harmful path.

30 With narrowed eyes, people plot evil;
  with a smirk, they plan their mischief.

31 Gray hair is a crown of glory;
  it is gained by living a godly life.

32 Better to be patient than powerful;
  better to have self-control than to conquer a city.

33 We may throw the dice,*
  but the LORD determines how they fall.