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Proverbs 17:1

Better is a dry morsel, and quietness therewith, Than a house full of feasting with strife.

Proverbs 17:1 · American Standard Version

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Proverbs 17:1 in other translations

KJV King James Version

Better is a dry morsel, and quietness therewith, than an house full of sacrifices with strife.

BSB Berean Standard Bible

Better a dry morsel in quietness than a house full of feasting with strife.

WEB World English Bible

Better is a dry morsel with quietness, than a house full of feasting with strife.

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1 Better is a dry morsel, and quietness therewith, Than a house full of feasting with strife.

2 A servant that dealeth wisely shall have rule over a son that causeth shame, And shall have part in the inheritance among the brethren.

3 The refining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold; But Jehovah trieth the hearts.

4 An evil-doer giveth heed to wicked lips; And a liar giveth ear to a mischievous tongue.

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