Proverbs 22:3-5

New Century Version

³The wise see danger ahead and avoid it,
but fools keep going and get into trouble.

⁴Respecting the Lord and not being proud
will bring you wealth, honor, and life.

⁵Evil people’s lives are like paths covered with thorns and traps.
People who guard themselves don’t have such problems.

Proverbs 22:3-5

New International Version

³The prudent see danger and take refuge,^(A)
but the simple keep going and pay the penalty.^(B)

⁴Humility is the fear of the Lord;
its wages are riches and honor^(C) and life.^(D)

⁵In the paths of the wicked are snares and pitfalls,^(E)
but those who would preserve their life stay far from them.

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