OLD TESTAMENT · VERSE 13

Proverbs 12:13

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An evil man is trapped by sinfulness of lips,

but the righteous shall come out of trouble.

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Proverbs 12:10–16

10

A righteous man respects the life of his animal,

but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.

11

He who tills his land shall have plenty of bread,

but he who chases fantasies is void of understanding.

12

The wicked desires the plunder of evil men,

but the root of the righteous flourishes.

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An evil man is trapped by sinfulness of lips,

but the righteous shall come out of trouble.

14

A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth.

The work of a man’s hands shall be rewarded to him.

15

The way of a fool is right in his own eyes,

but he who is wise listens to counsel.

16

A fool shows his annoyance the same day,

but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.

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