Proverbs 1:19
Christian Standard Bible
19 Such are the paths of all who make profit dishonestly;(A)
it takes the lives of those who receive it.[a]
Footnotes
- 1:19 Lit takes the life of its masters
Proverbs 1:19
New Living Translation
19 Such is the fate of all who are greedy for money;
it robs them of life.
Proverbs 3:14
Christian Standard Bible
14 for she is more profitable than silver,
and her revenue is better than gold.(A)
Proverbs 3:14
New Living Translation
14 For wisdom is more profitable than silver,
and her wages are better than gold.
Proverbs 10:16
Christian Standard Bible
16 The reward of the righteous is life;
the wages of the wicked is punishment.(A)
Proverbs 10:16
New Living Translation
16 The earnings of the godly enhance their lives,
but evil people squander their money on sin.
Proverbs 11:28
Christian Standard Bible
Proverbs 11:28
New Living Translation
28 Trust in your money and down you go!
But the godly flourish like leaves in spring.
Proverbs 20:15
Christian Standard Bible
15 There is gold and a multitude of jewels,
but knowledgeable lips are a rare treasure.(A)
Proverbs 20:15
New Living Translation
15 Wise words are more valuable
than much gold and many rubies.
Proverbs 22:1
Christian Standard Bible
22 A good name is to be chosen over great wealth;
favor is better than silver and gold.(A)
Proverbs 22:1
New Living Translation
22 Choose a good reputation over great riches;
being held in high esteem is better than silver or gold.
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