Proverbs 14:18

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Proverbs 14:16–20 · Berean Standard Bible

16 A wise man fears and turns from evil, but a fool is careless and reckless.

17 A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, and a devious man is hated.

18 The simple inherit folly, but the prudent are crowned with knowledge.

19 The evil bow before the good, and the wicked at the gates of the righteous.

20 The poor man is hated even by his neighbor, but many are those who love the rich.

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Matthew 23:31

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