Proverbs 28:24-26

Easy-to-Read Version

²⁴Someone might steal from their parents and say, “I did nothing wrong.” But that person is as bad as an enemy who smashes everything in the house.

²⁵Greedy people might sue you in court, but those who trust the Lord are rewarded.

²⁶It is foolish to be too confident. Those who ask for advice are wise and will escape disaster.

Proverbs 28:24-26

New International Version

²⁴Whoever robs their father or mother^(A)
and says, “It’s not wrong,”
is partner to one who destroys.^(B)

²⁵The greedy stir up conflict,^(C)
but those who trust in the Lord^(D) will prosper.

²⁶Those who trust in themselves are fools,^(E)
but those who walk in wisdom are kept safe.^(F)

Easy-to-Read Version (ERV)

New International Version (NIV)