Proverbs 12:9

9 Better to be dishonored, yet have a servant, than to act important but have no food.[a]

Proverbs 12:9 In-Context

7 The wicked are overthrown and perish, but the house of the righteous will stand.
8 A man is praised for his insight, but a twisted mind is despised.
9 Better to be dishonored, yet have a servant, than to act important but have no food.
10 A righteous man cares about his animal's health, but [even] the merciful acts of the wicked are cruel.
11 The one who works his land will have plenty of food, but whoever chases fantasies lacks sense.

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