Proverbs 17:1

Revised Version 1885

Better is a dry morsel and quietness therewith, Than an house full of feasting with strife.

See the chapter Copy

Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, Than a stalled ox and hatred therewith.

It is better to dwell in a desert land, Than with a contentious and fretful woman.

Better is a little that the righteous hath Than the abundance of many wicked.

It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, Than with a contentious woman in a wide house.

Sacrifices of peace offerings are with me; This day have I paid my vows.

A servant that dealeth wisely shall have rule over a son that causeth shame, And shall have part in the inheritance among the brethren.

Better is little with the fear of the LORD, Than great treasure and trouble therewith.

Better is a little with righteousness Than great revenues with injustice.