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Proverbs 23:17
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Do not let your heart envy sinners, but always be zealous for the fear of the LORD.
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Proverbs 23:17 in Other Translations
KJV
17
Let not thine heart envy sinners: but be thou in the fear of the LORD all the day long.
ESV
17
Let not your heart envy sinners, but continue in the fear of the LORD all the day.
NLT
17
Don’t envy sinners, but always continue to fear the LORD .
MSG
17
Don't for a minute envy careless rebels; soak yourself in the Fear-of-God -
CSB
17
Don't be jealous of sinners; instead, always fear the Lord.
Proverbs 23:17 In-Context
15
My son, if your heart is wise, then my heart will be glad indeed;
16
my inmost being will rejoice when your lips speak what is right.
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Do not let your heart envy sinners, but always be zealous for the fear of the LORD.
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There is surely a future hope for you, and your hope will not be cut off.
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Listen, my son, and be wise, and set your heart on the right path:
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Psalms 37:1
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Psalms 73:3
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Proverbs 28:14
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