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Proverbs 17:1
The Message
Proverbs 17:1
The Message
A Whack on the Head of a Fool
17 A meal of bread and water in contented peace
is better than a banquet spiced with quarrels.
Proverbs 17:1
New International Version
Proverbs 17:1
New International Version
17 Better a dry crust with peace and quiet
than a house full of feasting, with strife.(A)
Proverbs 17:1
King James Version
Proverbs 17:1
King James Version
17 Better is a dry morsel, and quietness therewith, than an house full of sacrifices with strife.
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Proverbs 17:1
New King James Version
Proverbs 17:1
New King James Version
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