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Proverbs 18:10-20
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10
The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are protected.
[a]
[b]
11
A rich man's wealth is his fortified city; in his imagination it is like a high wall.
[c]
12
Before his downfall a man's heart is proud, but before honor comes humility.
[d]
13
The one who gives an answer before he listens- this is foolishness and disgrace for him.
[e]
14
A man's spirit can endure sickness, but who can survive a broken spirit?
[f]
15
The mind of the discerning acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks it.
[g]
16
A gift opens doors
[h]
for a man and brings him before the great.
[i]
17
The first to state his case seems right until another comes and cross-examines him.
[j]
18
[Casting] the lot ends quarrels and separates powerful opponents.
19
An offended brother is [harder to reach]
[k]
than a fortified city, and quarrels are like the bars of a fortress.
20
From the fruit of his mouth a man's stomach is satisfied; he is filled with the product of his lips.
[l]
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12
[a].
Lit raised high
[b].
Pr 29:25
[c].
Pr 10:15
[d].
Pr 11:2; 16:18; 29:23
[e].
Pr 15:28
[f].
Pr 15:13; 17:22
[g].
Pr 14:33; 15:14
[h].
Lit gift makes room
[i].
Pr 17:8; 19:6; 21:14
[j].
1 Kg 3:16-28
[k].
LXX, Syr, Tg, Vg read is stronger
[l].
Pr 1:31; 12:14; 14:14
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