Proverbs 11:19

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Proverbs 11:17–21 · Berean Standard Bible

17 A kind man benefits himself, but a cruel man brings trouble on himself.

18 The wicked man earns an empty wage, but he who sows righteousness reaps a true reward.

19 Genuine righteousness leads to life, but the pursuit of evil brings death.

20 The perverse in heart are an abomination to the LORD, but the blameless in their walk are His delight.

21 Be assured that the wicked will not go unpunished, but the offspring of the righteous will escape.

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Proverbs 1:19

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