Proverbs 24:1-4 ▼

1 Do not be envious of evil men, Nor desire to be with them;

2 For their minds plot violence, And their lips talk of trouble [for the innocent].

3 Through [skillful and godly] wisdom a house [a life, a home, a family] is built, And by understanding it is established [on a sound and good foundation],

4 And by knowledge its rooms are filled With all precious and pleasant riches.