Like a city whose walls are broken down is a man who lacks self control. (25:28)
It is a trap for a man to dedicate something rashly and only later to consider his vows. (20:25)
... a patient man calms a quarrel. (15:18b)
A man's wisdom gives him patience; it is to his glory to overlook an offense. (19:11)
Wine is a mocker and beer a brawler; whoever is led astray by them is not wise. (20:1)
... drunkards and gluttons become poor, and drowsiness clothes them in rags. (23:21b)
Who has woe? Who has sorrow? Who has strife? Who has complaints? Who has needless bruises? Who has bloodshot eyes? Those who linger over wine... (23:29-30a)
...a man's ways are in full view of Yahweh, and he examines all his paths. (5:21}
My son, keep your father's commands and do not forsake your mother's teaching. Bind them upon your heart forever; fasten them around your neck. When you walk, they will guide you; when you sleep, they will watch over you; when you awake, they will speak to you. (6:20-22)
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[Yahweh, protect me from "needless bruises" as I write your teaching on my heart]
Thursday, May 20, 2010
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