Proverbs 19:22
22 The desire of a man is his kindness: and a poor man is better than a liar.
Other Translations of Proverbs 19:22
New International Version
22 What a person desires is unfailing love
English Standard Version
22 What is desired in a man is steadfast love, and a poor man is better than a liar.
The Message
22 It's only human to want to make a buck, but it's better to be poor than a liar.
New King James Version
22 What is desired in a man is kindness, And a poor man is better than a liar.
New Living Translation
22 Loyalty makes a person attractive. It is better to be poor than dishonest.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 19:22
Commentary on Proverbs 19:22
(Read Proverbs 19:22)
It is far better to have a heart to do good, and want ability for it, than to have ability for it, and want a heart to it.