Proverbs 14:24

New International Reader's Version

The wealth of wise people is their crown. But the foolish ways of foolish people lead to what is foolish.

Cross References

Psalm 112:9

They have spread their gifts around to poor people. Their good works continue forever. They will be powerful and honored.

Proverbs 10:22

The blessing of the Lord brings wealth. And it comes without painful work.

Proverbs 13:8

A person’s riches might save their life. But a poor person is not able to do anything about danger.

Proverbs 14:23

All hard work pays off. But if all you do is talk, you will be poor.

Proverbs 21:20

Wise people store up the best food and olive oil. But foolish people eat up everything they have.

Proverbs 27:22

Suppose you could grind a foolish person in a mill. Suppose you could grind them as you would grind grain with a tool. Even then you could not remove their foolishness from them.

Isaiah 33:6

He will be the firm foundation for their entire lives. He will give them all the wisdom, knowledge and saving power they will ever need. Respect for the Lord is the key to that treasure.

Luke 16:9

I tell you, use the riches of this world to help others. In that way, you will make friends for yourselves. Then when your riches are gone, you will be welcomed into your eternal home in heaven.