Proverbs 12:8-10

Modern English Version

⁸ A man will be commended according to his wisdom,
    but he who is of a perverse heart will be despised.

⁹ He who is lightly esteemed and has a servant is better
    than he who honors himself and lacks bread.

¹⁰ A righteous man regards the life of his animal,
    but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.