Proverbs 21:17

Proverbs 21:17 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

17Whoever loves pleasure will become poor;

whoever loves wine and olive oil will never be rich.

17One who loves pleasure will become a poor person;

One who loves wine and oil will not become rich.

17He who loves pleasure will become a poor man;

He who loves wine and oil will not become rich.

17He who loves [only selfish] pleasure will become a poor man;

He who loves and is devoted to 21:17 I.e. items associated with lavish feasting and excessive luxury.wine and [olive] oil will not become rich.

17He who loves pleasure will become poor;

the one who loves wine and oil will never be rich.

17Anyone who loves pleasure will become poor.

Anyone who loves wine and olive oil will never be rich.