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When a person’s ways please the Lord,
    even his enemies will be at peace with him.

A little gain[a] with righteousness is better
    than great income without justice.

A person plans his way,
    but the Lord directs his steps.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 16:8 The Heb. lacks gain

When the Lord takes pleasure in anyone’s way,
    he causes their enemies to make peace(A) with them.(B)

Better a little with righteousness
    than much gain(C) with injustice.(D)

In their hearts humans plan their course,
    but the Lord establishes their steps.(E)

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