Surely vexation kills the fool,
    and jealousy slays the simple.
(A)I have seen the fool taking root,
    but suddenly I cursed his dwelling.
His children are (B)far from safety;
    they are crushed in (C)the gate,
    and there is no one to deliver them.

Read full chapter

Bible Gateway Recommends

ESV Student Study Bible, Trutone, Chestnut
ESV Student Study Bible, Trutone, Chestnut
Retail: $39.99
Our Price: $23.99
Save: $16.00 (40%)
5.0 of 5.0 stars
ESV Student Study Bible, TruTone, Sky Blue with Ivy Design
ESV Student Study Bible, TruTone, Sky Blue with Ivy Design
Retail: $39.99
Our Price: $19.99
Save: $20.00 (50%)
5.0 of 5.0 stars
John, ESV Illuminated Scripture Journal
John, ESV Illuminated Scripture Journal
Retail: $5.99
Our Price: $3.99
Save: $2.00 (33%)
ESV Single Column Journaling Bible (Summer Garden)
ESV Single Column Journaling Bible (Summer Garden)
Retail: $44.99
Our Price: $17.99
Save: $27.00 (60%)
5.0 of 5.0 stars
ESV Study Bible, Hardcover
ESV Study Bible, Hardcover
Retail: $49.99
Our Price: $25.99
Save: $24.00 (48%)
5.0 of 5.0 stars