OLD TESTAMENT · VERSE 7

Proverbs 10:7

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The memory of the righteous is blessed,

but the name of the wicked will rot.

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Proverbs 10:4–10

4

He becomes poor who works with a lazy hand,

but the hand of the diligent brings wealth.

5

He who gathers in summer is a wise son,

but he who sleeps during the harvest is a son who causes shame.

6

Blessings are on the head of the righteous,

but violence covers the mouth of the wicked.

7
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The memory of the righteous is blessed,

but the name of the wicked will rot.

8

The wise in heart accept commandments,

but a chattering fool will fall.

9

He who walks blamelessly walks surely,

but he who perverts his ways will be found out.

10

One who winks with the eye causes sorrow,

but a chattering fool will fall.

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