Proverbs 16:31-33

Easy-to-Read Version

³¹Gray hair is a crown of glory on people who have lived good lives. It is earned by living right.

³²It is better to be patient than to be a strong soldier. It is better to control your anger than to capture a city.

³³People might throw lots to make a decision, but the answer always comes from the Lord.

Proverbs 16:31-33

New International Version

³¹Gray hair is a crown of splendor;^(A)
it is attained in the way of righteousness.

³²Better a patient person than a warrior,
one with self-control than one who takes a city.

³³The lot is cast^(B) into the lap,
but its every decision^(C) is from the Lord.^(D)

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