Proverbs 12:23-25

New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition

²³ One who is clever conceals knowledge,
    but the mind of a fool^[a] broadcasts folly.^(A)
24 The hand of the diligent will rule,
    while the lazy will be put to forced labor.
²⁵ Anxiety weighs down the human heart,
    but a good word cheers it up.^(B)