Proverbs 22:1-5

New Century Version

22 Being respected is more important than having great riches.
    To be well thought of is better than silver or gold.

² The rich and the poor are alike
    in that the Lord made them all.

³ The wise see danger ahead and avoid it,
    but fools keep going and get into trouble.

⁴ Respecting the Lord and not being proud
    will bring you wealth, honor, and life.

⁵ Evil people’s lives are like paths covered with thorns and traps.
    People who guard themselves don’t have such problems.