Proverbs 19:14
14 Houses and wealth are inherited from parents, but a prudent wife is from the Lord.
Other Translations of Proverbs 19:14
King James Version
14 House and riches are the inheritance of fathers: and a prudent wife is from the Lord.
English Standard Version
14 House and wealth are inherited from fathers, but a prudent wife is from the Lord.
The Message
14 House and land are handed down from parents, but a congenial spouse comes straight from God.
New King James Version
14 Houses and riches are an inheritance from fathers, But a prudent wife is from the Lord.
New Living Translation
14 Fathers can give their sons an inheritance of houses and wealth, but only the Lord can give an understanding wife.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 19:14
Commentary on Proverbs 19:14
(Read Proverbs 19:14)
A discreet and virtuous wife is more valuable than house and riches.