18 The wicked
shall be a ransom for the righteous,
And the unfaithful for the upright.
19 Better to dwell
1 in the wilderness,
Than with a contentious and angry woman.
20 aThere is desirable treasure,
And oil in the dwelling of the wise,
But a foolish man squanders it.
21 aHe who follows righteousness and mercy
Finds life, righteousness, and honor.
22 A
awise
man scales the city of the mighty,
And brings down the trusted stronghold.
23 aWhoever guards his mouth and tongue
Keeps his soul from troubles.
New King James Version®, Copyright© 1982, Thomas Nelson. All rights reserved.
