Proverbs
Chapter
Proverbs is a part of the Wisdom literature of the Old Testament. Contained in the book are short, pithy sayings of common sense and sound advice that relate to all ways of life; in short, a practical, every-day philosophy of living.
Proverbs 12
12:8 A man shall be commended according to his wisdom: but he that is of a perverse heart shall be despised.