Proverbs 21:19
It is better to dwell in the wilderness, Than with a contentious and an angry woman.
In context
16 The man that wandereth out of the way of understanding Shall remain in the congregation of the dead.
17 He that loveth pleasure shall be a poor man: He that loveth wine and oil shall not be rich. 18 The wicked shall be a ransom for the righteous, And the transgressor for the upright. 19 It is better to dwell in the wilderness, Than with a contentious and an angry woman. 20 There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; But a foolish man spendeth it up.
21 He that followeth after righteousness and mercy Findeth life, righteousness, and honour. 22 A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, And casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
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- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 21:19 in the NIV
Better to live in a desert than with a quarrelsome and nagging wife.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 21:19 in the ESV
It is better to live in a desert land than with a quarrelsome and fretful woman.