The (A)light of the righteous [a]rejoices,
But the (B)lamp of the wicked goes out.

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  1. Proverbs 13:9 I.e., shines brightly

The life of the godly is full of light and joy,
    but the light of the wicked will be snuffed out.

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14 The [a]teaching of the wise is a (A)fountain of life,
To turn aside from the (B)snares of death.
15 (C)Good understanding produces favor,
But the way of the treacherous is [b]their own disaster.

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  1. Proverbs 13:14 Or law
  2. Proverbs 13:15 Cf. LXX in destruction; MT constant

14 The instruction of the wise is like a life-giving fountain;
    those who accept it avoid the snares of death.

15 A person with good sense is respected;
    a treacherous person is headed for destruction.[a]

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  1. 13:15 As in Greek version; Hebrew reads the way of the treacherous is lasting.

21 (A)Adversity pursues sinners,
But the (B)righteous will be rewarded with prosperity.

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21 Trouble chases sinners,
    while blessings reward the righteous.

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