In the house of the righteous is much treasure: but in the revenues of the wicked is trouble.
The home of those who do what's right has great treasure, but the income of the wicked brings trouble.
This verse is saying that righteous people enjoy true wealth in their homes, while wicked people find that their money brings problems instead of peace.
📚 Historical Context
Proverbs is part of the Wisdom Literature in the Old Testament, attributed to King Solomon and written around 900 BC in ancient Israel as a collection of sayings to guide people in moral and practical living. This verse reflects the cultural emphasis on wisdom and righteousness in Israelite society, where true wealth was seen as a blessing from God rather than just material gain. It contrasts the stability of the righteous with the instability of the wicked to teach enduring life lessons.
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