Old Testament · VERSE 19

Proverbs 21:19

King James Version

It is better to dwell in the wilderness, than with a contentious and an angry woman.

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Proverbs 21:19 in context

Proverbs 21:17

He that loveth pleasure shall be a poor man: he that loveth wine and oil shall not be rich.

Proverbs 21:18

The wicked shall be a ransom for the righteous, and the transgressor for the upright.

Proverbs 21:19SELECTED VERSE

It is better to dwell in the wilderness, than with a contentious and an angry woman.

Proverbs 21:20

There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spendeth it up.

Proverbs 21:21

He that followeth after righteousness and mercy findeth life, righteousness, and honour.

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