Proverbs 22:1
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King James Version (modern wording)
A GOOD name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favour rather than silver and gold.
Proverbs 22:1 (KJV)
American Standard Version
Agoodname is rather to be chosen than great riches, And loving favor rather than silver and gold.
Proverbs 22:1 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
A good name is more desirable than great riches; favor is better than silver and gold.
Proverbs 22:1 (BSB)
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What does Proverbs 22:1 say?
Proverbs 22:1 in modern King James wording reads: "A GOOD name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favour rather than silver and gold."
Where is Proverbs 22:1 found in the Bible?
Proverbs 22:1 is verse 1 of chapter 22 of the book of Proverbs, in the Old Testament. Proverbs has 31 chapters.
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