Proverbs 12:1-7

Learning and standing firm (1-7).
v.1 Discipline. This proverbs tells us that to refuse correction (pride) is stupid. If we want to improve ourselves, we must accept correction and learn from it (and from our mistakes). This willingness to listen to correction (humility) leads us to wise speaking and teaching so that others may learn as well.
v.2 Good conduct. The good man (a man of good conduct) is here contrasted to the man of evil devices (the crafty or one who schemes). The good obtains the Lord's favor and the crafty are condemned.
v.3 Stability. A society cannot endure for long if founded on evil principles. Only righteousness brings stability (deep rooted). The wicked cannot be established (find security and stability), they will surely perish. See 10:25.
v.4 The noble wife. A husband's happiness in life is impacted by the moral character (or lack thereof) of his wife. See 31:10-31, Ru 3:11, and 1 Cor 11:7. A wife of noble character is a "crown" (a symbol of honor) to her husband. Character is the most important quality to find in a mate.
v.5 Thoughts. Here we learn that the thoughts (or plans/intentions) of righteous people are just. However, the advice of the wicked is deceitful and will lead to evil.
v.6 Skillful speech. The wicked make a trap of false accusations, but the righteous is able to avoid this danger by his speech. He does this through wisdom and knowledge gain by discipline.
v.7 Security. The wicked are "overthrown," that is completely destroyed. On the other hand the righteous have security and stability in times of trouble (they will stand firm).

This section provides several significant motivations to learn knowledge and wisdom and live a righteous life of stability. Studying the book of proverbs can help you gain this wisdom.

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