Proverbs 12:5-9

The thoughts of the righteous are just, But the counsels of the wicked are deceitful.

The words of the wicked wait in ambush for blood, But the mouth of the upright will rescue them.

The wicked are overthrown and are no more, But the house of the righteous will stand.

A person will be praised according to his insight, But one of perverse mind will be despised.

Better is one who is lightly esteemed and has a servant, Than one who honors himself and lacks bread.