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Proverbs 15:14-16
International Standard Version
Proverbs 15:14-16
International Standard Version
14 A discerning mind seeks knowledge,
but the mouth of fools feeds on stupidity.
15 The entire life[a] of the afflicted seems disastrous,
but a good heart feasts continuously.
On Contentment and Other Good Things of Life
16 Better is a little accompanied by fear of the Lord
than abundant wealth with turmoil.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 15:15 Lit. All the days
Proverbs 15:14-16
New International Version
Proverbs 15:14-16
New International Version
14 The discerning heart seeks knowledge,(A)
but the mouth of a fool feeds on folly.
15 All the days of the oppressed are wretched,
but the cheerful heart has a continual feast.(B)
16 Better a little with the fear of the Lord
than great wealth with turmoil.(C)
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