Proverbs 21:20

In the house of the wise are stores of choice food and oil, but a foolish man devours all he has.
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King James Version

There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spendeth it up.

English Standard Version

Precious treasure and oil are in a wise man's dwelling, but a foolish man devours it.

Catholic Public Domain Version

There is desirable treasure, as well as oil, in the habitations of the just. And the imprudent man will waste it