Proverbs 19:16-25 (Vespers, 2nd Reading)
16 |
He who keeps the commandment keeps his soul, But he who is careless of his ways will die. |
17 |
He who has pity on the poor lends to the Lord, And He will pay back what he has given. |
18 |
Chasten your son while there is hope, And do not set your heart on his destruction. |
19 |
A man of great wrath will suffer punishment; For if you rescue him, you will have to do it again. |
20 |
Listen to counsel and receive instruction, That you may be wise in your latter days. |
21 |
There are many plans in a man’s heart, Nevertheless the Lord’s counsel — that will stand. |
22 |
What is desired in a man is kindness, And a poor man is better than a liar. |
23 |
The fear of the Lord leads to life, And he who has it will abide in satisfaction; He will not be visited with evil. |
24 |
A lazy man buries his hand in the bowl, And will not so much as bring it to his mouth again. |
25 |
Strike a scoffer, and the simple will become wary; Rebuke one who has understanding, and he will discern knowledge. |