The Fear of Jehovah Brings Wisdom and Discipline Brings Understanding Proverbs 15:33 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 33 The fear of Jehovah is instruction in wisdom, and humility comes before honor.

Ignoring Instruction Shows Contempt for One's Own Soul, and Hearing Instruction Brings Honor Proverbs 15:32 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 32 He who ignores instruction despises himself, but he who heeds admonition gains understanding.

The Light in the Eyes Brings Joy to the Heart, and A Good Report Brings Health Proverbs 15:31 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 31 He whose ear heeds wholesome admonition will dwell among the wise.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in Jehovah with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.

The Thoughts of the Wicked are Detestable to God and Pure Words are Pleasing to God Proverbs 15:26 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 26 The thoughts of the wicked are detestable to Jehovah, but pleasant words are pure.

God Destroys the Houses of the Proud and God Protects the Borders of the Widows Proverbs 15:25 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 25 Jehovah tears down the house of the proud but maintains the boundary of the widow.

The Path of Wisdom Leads to Life, and Ignorance Leads to Destruction Proverbs 15:24 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 24 The path of life leads upward to the man with insight, that he may avoid Sheol beneath.

A Timely Word Brings Joy and The Power of Words in Communication Proverbs 15:23 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 23 A man has joy in the answer of his mouth, and a word in due season, how good it is!

Without Guidance, Plans Fail and Many Counselors Bring Success Proverbs 15:22 Updated American Standard Version (UASV) 22 Without counsel plans go wrong, but with many advisers they succeed.