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Proverbs 12:9

King James Version

He that is despised, and hath a servant, is better than he that honoureth himself, and lacketh bread.

Berean Standard Bible

Better to be lightly esteemed yet have a servant, than to be self-important but lack food.

World English Bible

Better is he who is little known, and has a servant, than he who honors himself and lacks bread.