English Revised Version

Proverbs 13:8-13 English Revised Version (ERV)

8. The ransom of a man's life is his riches: but the poor heareth no threatening.

9. The light of the righteous rejoiceth: but the lamp of the wicked shall be put out.

10. By pride cometh only contention: but with the well advised is wisdom.

11. Wealth gotten by vanity shall be diminished: but he that gathereth by labour shall have increase.

12. Hope deferred maketh the heart sick: but when the desire cometh, it is a tree of life.

13. Whoso despiseth the word bringeth destruction on himself: but he that feareth the commandment shall be rewarded.