Proverbs 14:2-4

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² An honest person respects and obeys the Lord.
    But anyone who deceives other people shows that he does not respect the Lord.
³ When fools boast, they bring punishment on themselves.
    But the words of wise people keep them safe.
⁴ When a farmer has no oxen to plough his fields,
    he does not have to feed them.
But he needs strong oxen to grow plenty of crops.