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Proverbs 29:4-6
International Standard Version
Proverbs 29:4-6
International Standard Version
4 A king brings stability to a land through justice,
but a man who takes bribes brings it to ruin.
5 A strong man who flatters his neighbor
is setting a trap where he walks.[a]
The Wicked and Righteous Contrasted
6 An evil man is trapped by transgression,
but the righteous person sings and rejoices.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 29:5 Lit. trap for his footsteps
Proverbs 29:4-6
New International Version
Proverbs 29:4-6
New International Version
4 By justice a king gives a country stability,(A)
but those who are greedy for[a] bribes tear it down.
5 Those who flatter their neighbors
are spreading nets for their feet.(B)
6 Evildoers are snared by their own sin,(C)
but the righteous shout for joy and are glad.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 29:4 Or who give
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