Proverbs 27:24
for riches do not last forever; and does a crown endure to all generations?
In context
21 The crucible is for silver, and the furnace is for gold, and a man is tested by his praise. 22 Crush a fool in a mortar with a pestle along with crushed grain, yet his folly will not depart from him.
23 Know well the condition of your flocks, and give attention to your herds, 24 for riches do not last forever; and does a crown endure to all generations? 25 When the grass is gone and the new growth appears and the vegetation of the mountains is gathered, 26 the lambs will provide your clothing, and the goats the price of a field. 27 There will be enough goats’ milk for your food, for the food of your household and maintenance for your girls.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 27:24 in the KJV
For riches are not for ever: And doth the crown endure to every generation?
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 27:24 in the NIV
for riches do not endure forever, and a crown is not secure for all generations.