171 Better a dry crust with peace and quiet than a house full of feasting, with strife.

Other Translations of Proverbs 17:1

King James Version

171 Better is a dry morsel, and quietness therewith, than an house full of sacrifices sacrifices: or, good cheer with strife.

English Standard Version

171 Better is a dry morsel with quiet than a house full of feastingHebrew sacrifices with strife.

The Message

171 A meal of bread and water in contented peace is better than a banquet spiced with quarrels.

New King James Version

171 Better is a dry morsel with quietness, Than a house full of feasting with strife.

New Living Translation

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.