Proverbs 16:15-17

Modern English Version

¹⁵In the light of the king’s countenance is life,
and his favor is as a cloud of the latter rain.

¹⁶How much better to get wisdom than gold!
And to get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver!

¹⁷The highway of the upright is to depart from evil;
he who keeps his way preserves his soul.

Proverbs 16:15-17

New International Version

¹⁵When a king’s face brightens, it means life;^(A)
his favor is like a rain cloud in spring.^(B)

¹⁶How much better to get wisdom than gold,
to get insight^(C) rather than silver!^(D)

¹⁷The highway of the upright avoids evil;
those who guard their ways preserve their lives.^(E)

Modern English Version (MEV)

New International Version (NIV)