Proverbs 12:22-24

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition

²² Lying lips are extremely disgusting and hateful to the Lord, but they who deal faithfully are His delight.^(A)

²³ A prudent man is reluctant to display his knowledge, but the heart of [self-confident] fools proclaims their folly.^(B)

²⁴ The hand of the diligent will rule, but the slothful will be put to forced labor.