There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spendeth it up.
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Verse 20 is found in chapter 21 of Proverbs. Disordered love of pleasure and luxury can lead to poverty, while diligent work promotes stability. The proverbs also present the righteous being delivered from the wicked and emphasize the importance of guarding one’s mouth. The connection between words and security appears again: whoever watches his tongue avoids many difficulties that could not have been solved through strength or wealth.
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Compare Proverbs 21:20 in different Bible versions and see how its wording varies between translations. These differences can help you better understand the meaning and context of the passage.
Im Hause des Weisen ist ein lieblicher Schatz und Öl; aber ein Narr verschlemmt es.
Tesoro codiciable y pingüe hay en la casa del sabio; Mas el hombre insensato lo disipará.
De précieux trésors et de l'huile sont dans la demeure du sage; Mais l'homme insensé les engloutit.
Nell’abitacolo del savio vi è un tesoro di cose rare, e d’olii preziosi; Ma l’uomo stolto dissipa tutto ciò
Tesouro desejável e azeite há na casa do sábio, mas o homem insensato os esgota.
智慧人的居所積蓄寶物與膏油 ; 愚昧人卻揮霍一空。
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