Proverbs 21:20
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King James Version (modern wording)
There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spends it up.
Proverbs 21:20 (KJV)
American Standard Version
There is precious treasure and oil in the dwelling of the wise; But a foolish man swalloweth it up.
Proverbs 21:20 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
Precious treasures and oil are in the dwelling of the wise, but a foolish man consumes them.
Proverbs 21:20 (BSB)
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What does Proverbs 21:20 say?
Proverbs 21:20 in modern King James wording reads: "There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spends it up."
Where is Proverbs 21:20 found in the Bible?
Proverbs 21:20 is verse 20 of chapter 21 of the book of Proverbs, in the Old Testament. Proverbs has 31 chapters.
Which translations of Proverbs 21:20 can I read here?
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