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Proverbs 21:20

There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spendeth it up.
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English Standard Version

Precious treasure and oil are in a wise man's dwelling, but a foolish man devours it.

New International Version

In the house of the wise are stores of choice food and oil, but a foolish man devours all he has.

Catholic Public Domain Version

There is desirable treasure, as well as oil, in the habitations of the just. And the imprudent man will waste it