Proverbs 22:1-3

Living Bible

22 If you must choose, take a good name rather than great riches; for to be held in loving esteem is better than silver and gold.

²The rich and the poor are alike before the Lord who made them all.

³A prudent man foresees the difficulties ahead and prepares for them; the simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences.

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)

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