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Proverbs 15:26-28
New International Version
Proverbs 15:26-28
New International Version
27 The greedy bring ruin to their households,
but the one who hates bribes will live.(D)
Proverbs 15:26-28
King James Version
Proverbs 15:26-28
King James Version
26 The thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the Lord: but the words of the pure are pleasant words.
27 He that is greedy of gain troubleth his own house; but he that hateth gifts shall live.
28 The heart of the righteous studieth to answer: but the mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things.
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Proverbs 15:26-28
English Standard Version
Proverbs 15:26-28
English Standard Version
26 (A)The thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the Lord,
but (B)gracious words are pure.
27 Whoever is (C)greedy for unjust gain (D)troubles his own household,
but he who hates (E)bribes will live.
28 The heart of the righteous (F)ponders how to answer,
but (G)the mouth of the wicked pours out evil things.
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