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Proverbs 15:15-17
Contemporary English Version
Proverbs 15:15-17
Contemporary English Version
15 The poor have a hard life,
but being content is as good
as an endless feast.
16 It's better to obey the Lord
and have only a little,
than to be very rich
and terribly anxious.
17 A simple meal with love
is better than a feast
where there is hatred.
Proverbs 15:15-17
New International Version
Proverbs 15:15-17
New International Version
15 All the days of the oppressed are wretched,
but the cheerful heart has a continual feast.(A)
16 Better a little with the fear of the Lord
than great wealth with turmoil.(B)
17 Better a small serving of vegetables with love
than a fattened calf with hatred.(C)
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