13 A foolish son is destruction to his father , And the contentions of a wife are a constant dripping .

14 House and wealth are an inheritance from fathers , But a prudent wife is from the Lord .

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 19:13-14

Commentary on Proverbs 19:13

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It shows the vanity of the world, that we are liable to the greatest griefs where we promise ourselves the greatest comfort.

Commentary on Proverbs 19:14

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A discreet and virtuous wife is more valuable than house and riches.