21 For the drunkard and the glutton will become poor,
and grogginess will clothe them in rags.(A)

22 Listen to your father who gave you life,
and don’t despise your mother when[a] she is old.(B)
23 Buy—and do not sell—truth,
wisdom, instruction, and understanding.(C)

Read full chapter

Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 23:22 Or because

Bible Gateway Recommends