Proverbs 22:3-5

Contemporary English Version

³When you see trouble coming,
don't be stupid
and walk right into it—
be smart and hide.

⁴Respect and serve the Lord!
Your reward will be wealth,
a long life, and honor.
⁵Crooks walk down a road
full of thorny traps.
Stay away from there!

Proverbs 22:3-5

New International Version

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

⁴Humility is the fear of the Lord;
its wages are riches and honor^(C) and life.^(D)

⁵In the paths of the wicked are snares and pitfalls,^(E)
but those who would preserve their life stay far from them.

Contemporary English Version (CEV)

New International Version (NIV)