Nehr · Proverbs 21

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 21:20, King James Version
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World English Bible (WEB)

There is precious treasure and oil in the dwelling of the wise; But a foolish man swallows it up.

American Standard Version (ASV)

There is precious treasure and oil in the dwelling of the wise; But a foolish man swalloweth it up.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

A treasure to be desired, and oil, <FI>Is<Fi> in the habitation of the wise, And a foolish man swalloweth it up.

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