Devine Scripture

Proverbs 21:20

Proverbs chapter 21 · verse 20 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

There is precious treasure and oil in the dwelling of the wise; But a foolish man swalloweth it up.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spendeth it up.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

There is precious treasure and oil in the dwelling of the wise; But a foolish man swalloweth it up.

Context

v.19It is better to dwell in a desert land, Than with a contentious and fretful woman.

v.20This passage

v.21He that followeth after righteousness and kindness Findeth life, righteousness, and honor.

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • Jeremiah 41:8

    But ten men were found among them that said unto Ishmael, Slay us not; for we have stores hidden in the field, of wheat, and of barley, and of oil, and of honey. So he forbare, and slew them not among their brethren.

  • Luke 15:14

    And when he had spent all, there arose a mighty famine in that country; and he began to be in want.

  • Ecclesiastes 5:19

    Every man also to whom God hath given riches and wealth, and hath given him power to eat thereof, and to take his portion, and to rejoice in his labor—this is the gift of God.

  • Psalms 23:5

    Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: Thou hast anointed my head with oil; My cup runneth over.

  • Job 20:15

    He hath swallowed down riches, and he shall vomit them up again; God will cast them out of his belly.

  • Matthew 6:19

    Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon the earth, where moth and rust consume, and where thieves break through and steal: