Proverbs 19:4-6

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⁴A wealthy man has many “friends”; the poor man has none left.

⁵Punish false witnesses. Track down liars.

⁶Many beg favors from a man who is generous; everyone is his friend!

Proverbs 19:4-6

New International Version

⁴Wealth attracts many friends,
but even the closest friend of the poor person deserts them.^(A)

⁵A false witness^(B) will not go unpunished,^(C)
and whoever pours out lies will not go free.^(D)

⁶Many curry favor with a ruler,^(E)
and everyone is the friend of one who gives gifts.^(F)

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