Proverbs 17:2-4

Christian Standard Bible

² A prudent servant will rule over a disgraceful son
and share an inheritance among brothers.

³ A crucible for silver, and a smelter for gold,^(A)
and the Lord is the tester of hearts.^(B)

⁴ A wicked person listens to malicious talk;^[a]
a liar pays attention to a destructive tongue.