OLD TESTAMENT · VERSE 5

Proverbs 17:5

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Whoever mocks the poor reproaches his Maker.

He who is glad at calamity shall not be unpunished.

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Proverbs 17:2–8

2

A servant who deals wisely will rule over a son who causes shame,

and shall have a part in the inheritance among the brothers.

3

The refining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold,

but the LORD tests the hearts.

4

An evildoer heeds wicked lips.

A liar gives ear to a mischievous tongue.

5
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Whoever mocks the poor reproaches his Maker.

He who is glad at calamity shall not be unpunished.

6

Children’s children are the crown of old men;

the glory of children is their parents.

7

Excellent speech isn’t fitting for a fool,

much less do lying lips fit a prince.

8

A bribe is a precious stone in the eyes of him who gives it;

wherever he turns, he prospers.

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