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Proverbs 11:8 - Proverbs 11:18


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8 The righteous is delivered out of trouble, and the wicked cometh in his stead.

9 A hypocrite with his mouth destroyeth his neighbor; but through knowledge shall the just be delivered.

10 When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth; and when the wicked perish, there is shouting.

11 By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted; but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.

12 He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbor; but a man of understanding holdeth his peace.

13 A talebearer revealeth secrets; but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.

14 Where no counsel is, the people fall; but in the multitude of counselors there is safety.

15 He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it; and he that hateth suretyship is sure.

16 A gracious woman retaineth honor; and strong men retain riches.

17 The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.

18 The wicked worketh a deceitful work; but to him that soweth righteousness shall be a sure reward.

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