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21 The lips of the righteous feed many, but fools die for want of wisdom.

22 The blessings of the Lord maketh rich, and He addeth no sorrow with it.

23 It is as sport to a fool to do mischief, but a man of understanding hath wisdom.

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21 The lips of the righteous nourish many,
    but fools die for lack of sense.(A)

22 The blessing of the Lord(B) brings wealth,(C)
    without painful toil for it.(D)

23 A fool finds pleasure in wicked schemes,(E)
    but a person of understanding delights in wisdom.

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