Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity, than he that is perverse in his lips, and is a fool.

Perverse

Bible References

Better

Matthew 16:26
For what is a man profited, if he may gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what will a man give in exchange for his soul?
James 2:5
Hear, my beloved brethren. Has not God chosen the poor in the world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he has promised to those who love him with divine love?

Perverse

Matthew 12:31
Therefore I say unto you, every sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men; but the blasphemy of the Spirit shall not be forgiven unto men.