Proverbs 14:18-20
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
18 The simple have folly as an adornment,
but the shrewd wear knowledge as a crown.[a]
19 The malicious bow down before the good,
and the wicked, at the gates of the just.
20 Even by their neighbors the poor are despised,
but a rich person’s friends are many.(A)
Footnotes
- 14:18 The inner quality of a person, simple or wise, will eventually be revealed.
Proverbs 14:18-20
King James Version
18 The simple inherit folly: but the prudent are crowned with knowledge.
19 The evil bow before the good; and the wicked at the gates of the righteous.
20 The poor is hated even of his own neighbour: but the rich hath many friends.
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