Holy Scripture
Proverbs 16:8
A church father on this verse
“Better is a little with righteousness, etc. And the Lord says, Blessed are the poor, for yours is the kingdom of God (Matthew V). And again, Woe to you who are rich, for you have received your consolation (Luke VI). It can also be understood thus, that it is better to serve God devoutly in simple conversation, than be…”
Source: Septuagint
Original
8He that seeks the Lord shall find knowledge with righteousness: And they that rightly seek him shall find peace.
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7The beginning of a good way is to do justly; And it is more acceptable with God than to offer sacrifices.
— Proverbs 16:8 —
9All the works of the Lord are done with righteousness; And the ungodly man is kept for the evil day.
10There is an oracle upon the lips of a king; And his mouth shall not err in judgment.