Proverbs 14:24

The crown of the wise is their wealth, but the stupidity of fools is just that stupidity!

Psalm 49:10-13

Indeed, he will see wise people die; the stupid and the senseless will meet their doom and leave their wealth to others.

Psalm 112:9

He gives generously to the poor; his righteousness endures forever; his horn is exalted in honor.

Proverbs 27:22

Though you crush a fool in a mortar and pestle as someone might crush grain, his stupidity still won't leave him.

Ecclesiastes 7:11-12

Wise use of possessions is good; it brings benefit to the living.

Isaiah 33:6

He will be a sure foundation for your times, abundance and salvation, wisdom and knowledge the fear of the LORD is Zion's treasure."

Luke 12:19-20

Then I'll say to myself, "You've stored up plenty of good things for many years. Take it easy, eat, drink, and enjoy yourself."'

Luke 16:9

"I'm telling you, make friends for yourselves by means of unrighteous wealth, so that when it fails, they will welcome you into eternal homes.

Luke 16:19-25

"Once there was a rich man who used to dress in purple and fine linen and live in great luxury every day.

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

The crown of the wise is their riches: but the foolishness of fools is folly.

Bible References

Crown

Psalm 112:9
He gives generously to the poor; his righteousness endures forever; his horn is exalted in honor.
Ecclesiastes 7:11
Wise use of possessions is good; it brings benefit to the living.
Isaiah 33:6
He will be a sure foundation for your times, abundance and salvation, wisdom and knowledge the fear of the LORD is Zion's treasure."
Luke 16:9
"I'm telling you, make friends for yourselves by means of unrighteous wealth, so that when it fails, they will welcome you into eternal homes.

Foolishness

Proverbs 27:22
Though you crush a fool in a mortar and pestle as someone might crush grain, his stupidity still won't leave him.
Psalm 49:10
Indeed, he will see wise people die; the stupid and the senseless will meet their doom and leave their wealth to others.
Luke 12:19
Then I'll say to myself, "You've stored up plenty of good things for many years. Take it easy, eat, drink, and enjoy yourself."'
Luke 16:19
"Once there was a rich man who used to dress in purple and fine linen and live in great luxury every day.

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