Holy Bible: Easy-To-Read Version

Proverbs 13:6-11 Holy Bible: Easy-To-Read Version (ETR)

6. Goodness protects honest people, but evil destroys those who love to sin.

7. Some people pretend they are rich, but they have nothing. Others pretend they are poor, but they are really rich.

8. The rich might have to pay a ransom to save their lives, but the poor never receive such threats.

9. The light of those who do right shines brighter and brighter, but the lamp of the wicked becomes darker and darker.

10. Pride causes arguments, but those who listen to others are wise.

11. Money gained by cheating others will soon be gone. Money earned through hard work will grow and grow.