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Proverbs 29:7-9
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Proverbs 29:7-9
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
7 The righteous know the rights of the poor;
the wicked have no such understanding.(A)
8 Scoffers set a city aflame,
but the wise turn away wrath.(B)
9 If the wise go to law with fools,
there is ranting and ridicule without relief.
Proverbs 29:7-9
New International Version
Proverbs 29:7-9
New International Version
7 The righteous care about justice for the poor,(A)
but the wicked have no such concern.
8 Mockers stir up a city,
but the wise turn away anger.(B)
9 If a wise person goes to court with a fool,
the fool rages and scoffs, and there is no peace.
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