Proverbs 21:21-23

International Children’s Bible

²¹A person who tries to live right and be loyal
finds life, success and honor.

²²A wise person can defeat a city full of strong men.
He can tear down the defenses they trust.

²³A person who is careful about what he says
keeps himself out of trouble.

Proverbs 21:21-23

New International Version

²¹Whoever pursues righteousness and love
finds life, prosperity^[a]^(A) and honor.^(B)

²²One who is wise can go up against the city of the mighty^(C)
and pull down the stronghold in which they trust.

²³Those who guard their mouths^(D) and their tongues
keep themselves from calamity.^(E)

International Children’s Bible (ICB)

New International Version (NIV)