Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Proverbs 1:19 in English Standard Version "Such are the ways of everyone who is greedy for unjust gain; it takes away the life of its possessors." Job 8:13 Such are the paths of all who forget God; the hope of the godless shall perish. Pr 15:27 Whoever is greedy for unjust gain troubles his own household, but he who hates bribes will live. 1Ti 6:10 For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs.