OLD TESTAMENT · VERSE 22

Proverbs 13:22

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A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children,

but the wealth of the sinner is stored for the righteous.

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Proverbs 13:19–25

19

Longing fulfilled is sweet to the soul,

but fools detest turning from evil.

20

One who walks with wise men grows wise,

but a companion of fools suffers harm.

21

Misfortune pursues sinners,

but prosperity rewards the righteous.

22
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A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children,

but the wealth of the sinner is stored for the righteous.

23

An abundance of food is in poor people’s fields,

but injustice sweeps it away.

24

One who spares the rod hates his son,

but one who loves him is careful to discipline him.

25

The righteous one eats to the satisfying of his soul,

but the belly of the wicked goes hungry.

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