Proverbs 14:24
“The crown of the wise is their riches: but the foolishness of fools is folly.”
Proverbs 14:24 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- The crown of the wise is their riches: but the foolishness of fools is folly.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- The crown of the wise is their riches: the folly of fools, imprudence.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- The crown of the wise is their riches; But the folly of fools is only folly.
- DARBYDarby
- The crown of the wise is their riches; the folly of the foolish is folly.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- The crown of the wise is their riches, but the folly of fools crowns them with folly.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- The crown of the wise is their wealth, The folly of fools is folly.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- The crown of the wise is their wealth, but the folly of fools is foolishness.
Context: Proverbs 14
22Do they not err that devise evil? but mercy and truth shall be to them that devise good.
23In all labour there is profit: but the talk of the lips tendeth only to penury.
24The crown of the wise is their riches: but the foolishness of fools is folly.
25A true witness delivereth souls: but a deceitful witness speaketh lies.
26In the fear of the LORD is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge.
About Proverbs 14: Wisdom and Folly
Proverbs 14 explores the outcomes of choosing the path of wisdom over the path of folly, emphasizing the impact of one's choices.
Commentary
Proverbs 14 invites us to reflect on our choices and their impact on our lives. It reminds us that wisdom is not only a matter of intelligence, but of character and discernment. It cautions us against the allure of quick and easy gains, and counsels us to strive for integrity and excellence. The chapter also encourages us to seek good company and to let go of bad influences. Ultimately, it challenges us to embrace the way of wisdom and reject the way of folly, in order to live a life that is fulfilling, meaningful, and pleasing to God.