Proverbs 17:1

The Passion Translation

A simple, humble life with peace and quiet is far better than an opulent lifestyle with nothing but quarrels and strife at home.

Cross References

Psalm 37:16

It is much better to have little combined with much of God than to have the fabulous wealth of the wicked and nothing else.

Proverbs 15:16

It’s much better to live simply, surrounded in holy awe and worship of God, than to have great wealth with a home full of trouble.

Proverbs 15:17

It’s much better to have a meal of vegetables surrounded with love and grace than a steak where there is hate.

Proverbs 16:8

It is better to have little with a heart that loves justice than to be rich and not have God on your side.

Proverbs 17:2

A wise, intelligent servant will be honored above a shameful son. He’ll even end up having a portion left to him in his master’s will.

Proverbs 21:19

It’s better to live in a hut in the wilderness than with a crabby, scolding spouse!

Proverbs 21:9

It’s better to live all alone in a rickety shack than to share a castle with a crabby spouse!

Proverbs 7:14

“Come with me. It’ll be all right. I’ve got everything we need for a feast. I’ll cook you a wonderful dinner. So here I am—I’m all yours!