Better is little with the fear of the Lord - Because where the fear of God is, there are moderation and contentment of spirit.
Albert Barnes
Notes on the Whole Bible
This proverb has its completion in the teaching of Matthew 6:33.
SDA Bible Commentary (limited)
Volume 1-7
16. Better is little. This verse underlines the truth in v.15. Few men can be trusted with great wealth because of the strong temptation to set the affections upon riches and to neglect the preparation for the life to come. The boundless riches of a perfect world will be poured out upon all who reach perfection of character (see 1 Tim. 6:6-10, 17-19).