Proverbs 13:23
The Scripture
(23) Much food is in the tillage of the poor: but there is that is destroyed for want of judgment.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the story contrasts a wealthy man who is foolish with a poor man who is wise. It shows that wealth does not bring wisdom and that the rich man may be a fool while the poor man is wise. The passage warns against trusting riches and encourages humility and knowledge.
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