Proverbs 10:7-9

Living Bible

⁷We all have happy memories of good men gone to their reward, but the names of wicked men stink after them.

⁸The wise man is glad to be instructed, but a self-sufficient fool falls flat on his face.

⁹A good man has firm footing, but a crook will slip and fall.

Proverbs 10:7-9

New International Version

⁷The name of the righteous^(A) is used in blessings,^[a]
but the name of the wicked^(B) will rot.^(C)

⁸The wise in heart accept commands,
but a chattering fool comes to ruin.^(D)

⁹Whoever walks in integrity^(E) walks securely,^(F)
but whoever takes crooked paths will be found out.^(G)

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