Parallel Bible results for "proverbs 31:8-9"

Proverbs 31:8-9

New King James Version NKJV

New International Version NIV

8 Open your mouth for the speechless, In the cause of all who are appointed to die.

8 Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute.

9 Open your mouth, judge righteously, And plead the cause of the poor and needy.

9 Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy.

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