Verse of the Day
Translations of Today's Verse
King James Version
Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity, than he that is perverse in his lips, and is a fool.English Standard Version
Better is a poor person who walks in his integrity than one who is crooked in speech and is a fool.The Message
Better to be poor and honest than a rich person no one can trust.New King James Version
Better is the poor who walks in his integrity Than one who is perverse in his lips, and is a fool.New Living Translation
It is better to be poor and honest than to be a fool and dishonest.Proverbs 19:1 In-Context
1 Better the poor whose walk is blameless than a fool whose lips are perverse.
2 Desire without knowledge is not good- how much more will hasty feet miss the way!
3 A person's own folly leads to their ruin, yet their heart rages against the Lord.
4 Wealth attracts many friends, but even the closest friend of the poor person deserts them.
5 A false witness will not go unpunished, and whoever pours out lies will not go free.
This Week's Daily Bible Verses
Thursday, June 26
Proverbs 18:6
A fool's lips bring him strife, and his mouth invites a beating.
Read all of Proverbs 18 NIVWednesday, June 25
Matthew 16:26
What good will it be for a man if he gains the whole world, yet forfeits his soul? Or what can a man give in exchange for his soul?
Read all of Matthew 16 NIVTuesday, June 24
Romans 12:16
Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited.
Read all of Romans 12 NIVMonday, June 23
2 Thessalonians 3:5
May the Lord direct your hearts into God's love and Christ's perseverance.
Read all of 2 Thessalonians 3 NIVSunday, June 22
Hebrews 11:11
By faith Abraham, even though he was past age -- and Sarah herself was barren -- was enabled to become a father because he considered him faithful who had made the promise.
Read all of Hebrews 11 NIVFriday, June 20
Psalm 51:10
Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.
Read all of Psalm 51 NIV
Commentary on Today's Verse
Commentary on Proverbs 19:1
(Read Proverbs 19:1)
A poor man who fears God, is more honourable and happy, than a man without wisdom and grace, however rich or advanced in rank.