OLD TESTAMENT · VERSE 25

Proverbs 29:25

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The fear of man proves to be a snare,

but whoever puts his trust in the LORD is kept safe.

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Proverbs 29:22–27

22

An angry man stirs up strife,

and a wrathful man abounds in sin.

23

A man’s pride brings him low,

but one of lowly spirit gains honor.

24

Whoever is an accomplice of a thief is an enemy of his own soul.

He takes an oath, but dares not testify.

25
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The fear of man proves to be a snare,

but whoever puts his trust in the LORD is kept safe.

26

Many seek the ruler’s favor,

but a man’s justice comes from the LORD.

27

A dishonest man detests the righteous,

and the upright in their ways detest the wicked.

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