"Chapter 15—Business Principles and Methods “He that walketh uprightly walketh surely.” There is no branch of legitimate business for which the Bible does not afford an essential preparation. Its principles of diligence, honesty, thrift, temperance, and purity are the secret of true success. These principles, as set forth in the book of Proverbs, constitute a treasury of practical wisdom. Where can the merchant, the artisan, the director of men in any department of business, find better maxims for himself or for his employees than are found in these words of the wise man: Ed 135"
"The integrity of the upright shall guide them: but the perverseness of transgressors shall destroy them."
EGW introduces the idea of uprightness leading to sure footing, and then quotes Proverbs 11:3, which speaks of the integrity of the upright guiding them. The connection is direct and supports her point about business principles.
"“Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men.” Proverbs 22:29 . Ed 135.2"
"Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men."
Ellen White directly references Proverbs 22:29 in this passage.
"“In all labor there is profit: but the talk of the lips tendeth only to penury.” Proverbs 14:23 . Ed 135.3"
"In all labour there is profit: but the talk of the lips tendeth only to penury."
Ellen White directly references Proverbs 14:23 in this passage.
"“The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing.” “The drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty: and drowsiness shall clothe a man with rags.” Proverbs 13:4 ; 23:21 . Ed 135.4"
"The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat."
Ellen White directly references Proverbs 13:4 in this passage.
"“A talebearer revealeth secrets: therefore meddle not with him that flattereth with his lips.” Proverbs 20:19 . Ed 135.5 “He that hath knowledge spareth his words;” but “every fool will be meddling.” Proverbs 17:27 ; 20:3 . Ed 135.6"
"He that goeth about as a talebearer revealeth secrets: therefore meddle not with him that flattereth with his lips."
Ellen White directly references Proverbs 20:19 in this passage.
"He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit."
Ellen White directly references Proverbs 17:27 in this passage.