Proverbs 16:4-5
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4 The Lord has made everything for its purpose,
even the wicked for the day of trouble.(A)
5 All those who are arrogant are an abomination to the Lord;
be assured, they will not go unpunished.(B)
Proverbs 16:4-5
Revised Standard Version
4 The Lord has made everything for its purpose,
even the wicked for the day of trouble.
5 Every one who is arrogant is an abomination to the Lord;
be assured, he will not go unpunished.
Proverbs 16:17
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17 The highway of the upright avoids evil;
those who guard their way preserve their lives.
Proverbs 16:17
Revised Standard Version
17 The highway of the upright turns aside from evil;
he who guards his way preserves his life.
Proverbs 16:20
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20 Those who are attentive to a matter will prosper,
and happy are those who trust in the Lord.(A)
Proverbs 16:20
Revised Standard Version
20 He who gives heed to the word will prosper,
and happy is he who trusts in the Lord.
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