Proverbs 15:23-25

New International Reader's Version

²³ Joy is found in giving the right answer.
    And how good is a word spoken at the right time!

²⁴ The path of life leads up for those who are wise.
    It keeps them from going down to the place of the dead.

²⁵ The Lord tears down the proud person’s house.
    But he keeps the widow’s property safe.