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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