Proverbs 12:9
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King James Version (modern wording)
He that is despised, and has a servant, is better than he that honors himself, and lacks bread.
Proverbs 12:9 (KJV)
American Standard Version
Better is he that is lightly esteemed, and hath a servant, Than he that honoreth himself, and lacketh bread.
Proverbs 12:9 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
Better to be lightly esteemed yet have a servant, than to be self-important but lack food.
Proverbs 12:9 (BSB)
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What does Proverbs 12:9 say?
Proverbs 12:9 in modern King James wording reads: "He that is despised, and has a servant, is better than he that honors himself, and lacks bread."
Where is Proverbs 12:9 found in the Bible?
Proverbs 12:9 is verse 9 of chapter 12 of the book of Proverbs, in the Old Testament. Proverbs has 31 chapters.
Which translations of Proverbs 12:9 can I read here?
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