Proverbs 21:9 nasb — It is better to live in a corner of a roof Than in a house shared with a contentious woman.

NASB

"It is better to live in a corner of a roof Than in a house shared with a contentious woman."

— Proverbs 21:9, NASB

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Proverbs 21 — Context

6

The acquisition of treasures by a lying tongue Is a fleeting vapor, the pursuit of death.

7

The violence of the wicked will drag them away, Because they refuse to act with justice.

8

The way of a guilty man is crooked, But as for the pure, his conduct is upright.

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It is better to live in a corner of a roof Than in a house shared with a contentious woman.

10

The soul of the wicked desires evil; His neighbor finds no favor in his eyes.

11

When the scoffer is punished, the naive becomes wise; But when the wise is instructed, he receives knowledge.

12

The righteous one considers the house of the wicked, Turning the wicked to ruin.

Proverbs 21:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 21:9 say?
Proverbs 21:9 in the NASB reads: “It is better to live in a corner of a roof Than in a house shared with a contentious woman.”
Where is Proverbs 21:9 in the Bible?
Proverbs 21:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 21, verse 9.
Who wrote Proverbs?
Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.
What is the book of Proverbs about?
Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.
What are the major themes of Proverbs?
Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 21:9.
What translation should I read Proverbs 21:9 in?
Proverbs 21:9 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Proverbs 21:9?
Proverbs 21:9 reads (NASB): “It is better to live in a corner of a roof Than in a house shared with a contentious woman.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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