Proverbs 17:3-7
Proverbs 17:3
The refining pot is for silver and the furnace for gold, But the Lord tests hearts.
Proverbs 17:4
An evildoer listens to wicked lips; A liar pays attention to a destructive tongue.
Proverbs 17:5
One who mocks the poor taunts his Maker; One who rejoices at disaster will not go unpunished.
Proverbs 17:6
Grandchildren are the crown of the old, And the glory of sons is their fathers.
Proverbs 17:7
Excellent speech is not fitting for a fool, Much less are lying lips to a prince.