Proverbs 21:20 meaning and explanation
Precious treasures and oil are in the dwelling of the wise, but a foolish man consumes them.
Proverbs 21:20, Berean Standard Bible
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This proverb from Israel's wisdom tradition observes how character shows itself in ordinary household life. The wise person's dwelling holds precious treasures and oil, meaning stored wealth and the olive oil that served as daily food, lamp fuel and anointing.
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