Proverbs 22:1-3

New International Reader's Version

22 You should want a good name more than you want great riches.
To be highly respected is better than having silver or gold.

²The Lord made rich people and poor people.
That’s what they have in common.

³Wise people see danger and go to a safe place.
But childish people keep going and suffer for it.

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)

New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

New International Version (NIV)