Proverbs 19:14

House and riches are the inheritance of fathers: and a prudent wife is from the LORD.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 19:14

BSB
Houses and wealth are inherited from fathers, but a prudent wife is from the LORD.
AKJV
House and riches are the inheritance of fathers: and a prudent wife is from the LORD.
CPDV
A house and its riches are given by parents. But a prudent wife is particularly from the Lord.
ERV
House and riches are an inheritance from fathers: but a prudent wife is from the LORD.
NHEB
House and riches are an inheritance from fathers, but a prudent wife is from the LORD.
SMT
A house and wealth the inheritance of fathers: and an understanding wife from Jehovah.

Commentary for Proverbs 19:14

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 19:14
Summary
Material inheritance and wise partnership blessed
Event
Listing valued acquisitions
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Wisdom