OLD TESTAMENT · VERSE 23

Proverbs 17:23

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A wicked man receives a bribe in secret,

to pervert the ways of justice.

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Proverbs 17:20–26

20

One who has a perverse heart doesn’t find prosperity,

and one who has a deceitful tongue falls into trouble.

21

He who becomes the father of a fool grieves.

The father of a fool has no joy.

22

A cheerful heart makes good medicine,

but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.

23
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A wicked man receives a bribe in secret,

to pervert the ways of justice.

24

Wisdom is before the face of one who has understanding,

but the eyes of a fool wander to the ends of the earth.

25

A foolish son brings grief to his father,

and bitterness to her who bore him.

26

Also to punish the righteous is not good,

nor to flog officials for their integrity.

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