171 Better a dry crust with peace and quiet than a house full of feasting, with strife.
171 Better is a dry morsel with quiet than a house full of feasting
171 A meal of bread and water in contented peace is better than a banquet spiced with quarrels.
171 Better is a dry morsel with quietness, Than a house full of feasting with strife.
171 Better a dry crust eaten in peace than a house filled with feasting-and conflict.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 17:1
Commentary on Proverbs 17:1
(Read Proverbs 17:1)
These words recommend family love and peace, as needful for the comfort of human life.