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Proverbs 18:18-20
Living Bible
Proverbs 18:18-20
Living Bible
18 A coin toss[a] ends arguments and settles disputes between powerful opponents.
19 It is harder to win back the friendship of an offended brother than to capture a fortified city.[b] His anger shuts you out like iron bars.
20 Ability to give wise advice satisfies like a good meal!
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- Proverbs 18:18 A coin toss, literally, “The lot.”
- Proverbs 18:19 The Hebrew of this verse is not clear.
Proverbs 18:18-20
New International Version
Proverbs 18:18-20
New International Version
18 Casting the lot settles disputes(A)
and keeps strong opponents apart.
19 A brother wronged(B) is more unyielding than a fortified city;
disputes are like the barred gates of a citadel.
20 From the fruit of their mouth a person’s stomach is filled;
with the harvest of their lips they are satisfied.(C)
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