Proverbs 11:28
He that trusteth in his riches shall fall: But the righteous shall flourish as a branch.
In context
25 The liberal soul shall be made fat: And he that watereth shall be watered also himself. 26 He that withholdeth corn, the people shall curse him: But blessing shall be upon the head of him that selleth it. 27 He that diligently seeketh good procureth favour: But he that seeketh mischief, it shall come unto him. 28 He that trusteth in his riches shall fall: But the righteous shall flourish as a branch.
29 He that troubleth his own house shall inherit the wind: And the fool shall be servant to the wise of heart. 30 The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; And he that winneth souls is wise. 31 Behold, the righteous shall be recompensed in the earth: Much more the wicked and the sinner.
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- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 11:28 in the NIV
Those who trust in their riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like a green leaf.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 11:28 in the ESV
Whoever trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will flourish like a green leaf.