Proverbs 22:1-5

Proverbs 22:1-5 MSG

A sterling reputation is better than striking it rich; a gracious spirit is better than money in the bank. The rich and the poor shake hands as equals— GOD made them both! A prudent person sees trouble coming and ducks; a simpleton walks in blindly and is clobbered. The payoff for meekness and Fear-of-GOD is plenty and honor and a satisfying life. The perverse travel a dangerous road, potholed and mud-slick; if you know what’s good for you, stay clear of it.

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Proverbs 22:1-5 - A sterling reputation is better than striking it rich;
a gracious spirit is better than money in the bank.

The rich and the poor shake hands as equals—
GOD made them both!

A prudent person sees trouble coming and ducks;
a simpleton walks in blindly and is clobbered.

The payoff for meekness and Fear-of-GOD
is plenty and honor and a satisfying life.

The perverse travel a dangerous road, potholed and mud-slick;
if you know what’s good for you, stay clear of it.