Proverbs 11:16-18

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition

¹⁶ A gracious and good woman wins honor [for her husband], and violent men win riches but ^[a]a woman who hates righteousness is a throne of dishonor for him.

¹⁷ The merciful, kind, and generous man benefits himself [for his deeds return to bless him], but he who is cruel and callous [to the wants of others] brings on himself retribution.

¹⁸ The wicked man earns deceitful wages, but he who sows righteousness (moral and spiritual rectitude in every area and relation) shall have a sure reward [permanent and satisfying].^(A)