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Proverbs 10:6-8
King James Version
Proverbs 10:6-8
King James Version
6 Blessings are upon the head of the just: but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked.
7 The memory of the just is blessed: but the name of the wicked shall rot.
8 The wise in heart will receive commandments: but a prating fool shall fall.
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Proverbs 10:6-8
English Standard Version
Proverbs 10:6-8
English Standard Version
6 Blessings are on the head of the righteous,
but (A)the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.[a]
7 (B)The memory of the righteous is a blessing,
but (C)the name of the wicked will rot.
8 (D)The wise of heart will receive commandments,
but a babbling fool will come to ruin.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 10:6 Or but violence covers the mouth of the wicked; also verse 11
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