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21 There are many plans in a man’s heart,
but it is the Lord’s purpose that will prevail.
22 A desirable trait in a person is loyalty.[a]
It is better to be poor than a liar.
23 The fear of the Lord leads to life.
One who has it rests content.
He will not be disturbed by trouble.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 19:22 Or what a person desires is loyalty. The word translated loyalty often refers to mercy.