Proverbs 17:1
Better is a dry morsel, and quietness therewith, than an house full of sacrifices with strife.
Context
This verse from Proverbs Chapter 17 connects to 5 cross-references. Proverbs on family life, friendship, and integrity: better a dry morsel with quiet than a house full of feasting with strife. A friend loves at all times and a brother is born for a time of adversity. Whoever mocks the …
Other Translations
Better is a dry morsel, and quietness therewith, Than a house full of feasting with strife.
Better <FI>is<Fi> a dry morsel, and rest with it, Than a house full of the sacrifices of strife.
Better a bit of dry bread in peace, than a house full of feasting and violent behaviour.
Cross References
A little that a righteous man hath is better than the riches of many wicked.
I have peace offerings with me; this day have I payed my vows.
Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, than a stalled ox and hatred therewith.
It is better to dwell in a corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman in a wide house.
It is better to dwell in the wilderness, than with a contentious and an angry woman.