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Proverbs 19:22

World English Bible

That which makes a man to be desired is his kindness.
A poor man is better than a liar.

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Proverbs 19:22 in other translations

That which maketh a man to be desired is his kindness; And a poor man is better than a liar.

Proverbs 19:22 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 19:22 in context

  1. 20Listen to counsel and receive instruction,
    that you may be wise in your latter end.
  2. 21There are many plans in a man’s heart,
    but Yahweh’s counsel will prevail.
  3. 22That which makes a man to be desired is his kindness.
    A poor man is better than a liar.
  4. 23The fear of Yahweh leads to life, then contentment;
    he rests and will not be touched by trouble.
  5. 24The sluggard buries his hand in the dish;
    he will not so much as bring it to his mouth again.