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Proverbs 29:8-10
New Life Version
Proverbs 29:8-10
New Life Version
8 Men who speak against others set a city on fire, but wise men turn away anger.
9 When a wise man argues with a foolish man, the fool only gets angry or laughs, and there is no peace and quiet.
10 Men who kill hate him without blame, but a good man cares for his life.
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Proverbs 29:8-10
New International Version
Proverbs 29:8-10
New International Version
8 Mockers stir up a city,
but the wise turn away anger.(A)
9 If a wise person goes to court with a fool,
the fool rages and scoffs, and there is no peace.
10 The bloodthirsty hate a person of integrity
and seek to kill the upright.(B)
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