Proverbs 21:20

20 Costly treasure and wealth are in the home of a wise person, but a fool devours them.

Proverbs 21:20 In-Context

18 Wicked people become a ransom for righteous people, and treacherous people will take the place of decent people.
19 Better to live in a desert than with a quarreling and angry woman.
20 Costly treasure and wealth are in the home of a wise person, but a fool devours them.
21 Whoever pursues righteousness and mercy will find life, righteousness, and honor.
22 A wise man attacks a city of warriors and pulls down the strong defenses in which they trust.
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