Proverbs 12
Bible in Basic English (BBE)
13 Ref In the sin of the lips is a net which takes the sinner, but the upright man will come out of trouble.
14 Ref From the fruit of his mouth will a man have good food in full measure, and the work of a man's hands will be rewarded.
15 Ref The way of the foolish man seems right to him? but the wise man gives ear to suggestions.
16 Ref A foolish man lets his trouble be openly seen, but a sharp man keeps shame secret.
17 Ref The breathing out of true words gives knowledge of righteousness; but a false witness gives out deceit.
18 Ref There are some whose uncontrolled talk is like the wounds of a sword, but the tongue of the wise makes one well again.
American Standard-ASV1901 (ASV)
13 Ref In the transgression of the lips is a snare to the evil man; But the righteous shall come out of trouble.
14 Ref A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth; And the doings of a man's hands shall be rendered unto him.
15 Ref The way of a fool is right in his own eyes; But he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsel.
16 Ref A fool's vexation is presently known; But a prudent man concealeth shame.
17 Ref He that uttereth truth showeth forth righteousness; But a false witness, deceit.
18 Ref There is that speaketh rashly like the piercings of a sword; But the tongue of the wise is health.