Proverbs 13:22
A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children, but the sinner’s wealth is laid up for the righteous.
In context
19 A desire fulfilled is sweet to the soul, but to turn away from evil is an abomination to fools. 20 Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.
21 Disaster pursues sinners, but the righteous are rewarded with good. 22 A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children, but the sinner’s wealth is laid up for the righteous. 23 The fallow ground of the poor would yield much food, but it is swept away through injustice. 24 Whoever spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is diligent to discipline him. 25 The righteous has enough to satisfy his appetite, but the belly of the wicked suffers want.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 13:22 in the KJV
A good man leaveth an inheritance to his children's children: And the wealth of the sinner is laid up for the just.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 13:22 in the NIV
A good person leaves an inheritance for their children’s children, but a sinner’s wealth is stored up for the righteous.