Proverbs 21:9

9 It is better to dwell in a corner of the housetop, than with a brawling[a]* woman in a wide house.

Proverbs 21:9 In-Context

7 The robbery of the wicked shall destroy them; because they refuse to do judgment.
8 The way of man is froward and strange: but as for the pure, his work is right.
9 It is better to dwell in a corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman in a wide house.
10 The soul of the wicked desireth evil: his neighbour findeth no favour in his eyes.
11 When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise: and when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge.

Footnotes 1

  • [a]. a brawling...: Heb. a woman of contentions
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