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Proverbs 13:8-10
GOD’S WORD Translation
Proverbs 13:8-10
GOD’S WORD Translation
8 A person’s riches are the ransom for his life,
but the poor person does not pay attention to threats.
9 The light of righteous people beams brightly,
but the lamp of wicked people will be snuffed out.
10 Arrogance produces only quarreling,
but those who take advice gain wisdom.
Proverbs 13:8-10
New International Version
Proverbs 13:8-10
New International Version
8 A person’s riches may ransom their life,
but the poor cannot respond to threatening rebukes.(A)
9 The light of the righteous shines brightly,
but the lamp of the wicked is snuffed out.(B)
10 Where there is strife, there is pride,
but wisdom is found in those who take advice.(C)
Proverbs 13:8-10
King James Version
Proverbs 13:8-10
King James Version
8 The ransom of a man's life are his riches: but the poor heareth not rebuke.
9 The light of the righteous rejoiceth: but the lamp of the wicked shall be put out.
10 Only by pride cometh contention: but with the well advised is wisdom.
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