When the wicked rise, men hide themselves;
but when they perish, the righteous thrive.
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Proverbs 28:28 in context
Proverbs 28:25–28
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One who is greedy stirs up strife;
but one who trusts in the LORD will prosper.
26
One who trusts in himself is a fool;
but one who walks in wisdom is kept safe.
27
One who gives to the poor has no lack;
but one who closes his eyes will have many curses.
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When the wicked rise, men hide themselves;
but when they perish, the righteous thrive.
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