Proverbs 22:1-3

Complete Jewish Bible

22 Rather than wealth, choose a good reputation,
esteem over silver and gold.

²Rich and poor have this in common —
Adonai made them both.

³The clever see trouble coming and hide;
the simple go on and pay the penalty.

Proverbs 22:1-3

New International Version

22 A good name is more desirable than great riches;
to be esteemed is better than silver or gold.^(A)

²Rich and poor have this in common:
The Lord is the Maker of them all.^(B)

³The prudent see danger and take refuge,^(C)
but the simple keep going and pay the penalty.^(D)

Complete Jewish Bible (CJB)

New International Version (NIV)