1. A gentle answer will calm a person’s anger,but an unkind answer will cause more anger.
2. Wise people use knowledge when they speak,but fools pour out foolishness.
3. The Lord’s eyes see everything;he watches both evil and good people.
4. As a tree gives fruit, healing words give life,but dishonest words crush the spirit.
5. Fools reject their parents’ correction,but anyone who accepts correction is wise.