Proverbs 28:4
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4 Those who forsake the law praise the wicked,
but those who keep the law struggle against them.(A)
Proverbs 28:4
Common English Bible
4 Those who abandon Instruction praise the wicked,
but those who follow Instruction battle them.
Proverbs 28:7
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7 Those who keep the law are wise children,
but companions of gluttons shame their parents.(A)
Proverbs 28:7
Common English Bible
7 Intelligent children follow Instruction,
but those who befriend gluttons shame their parents.
Proverbs 28:9
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9 When one will not listen to the law,
even one’s prayers are an abomination.(A)
Proverbs 28:9
Common English Bible
9 Those who turn their ears from hearing Instruction—
even their prayers will be detested.
Proverbs 29:18
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18 Where there is no prophecy, the people cast off restraint,
but happy are those who keep the law.(A)
Proverbs 29:18
Common English Bible
18 When there’s no vision, the people get out of control,
but whoever obeys instruction is happy.
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