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Proverbs 21:11-13
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Proverbs 21:11-13
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
11 When a scoffer is punished, the simple become wiser;
when the wise are instructed, they increase in knowledge.(A)
12 The Righteous One observes the house of the wicked;
he casts the wicked down to ruin.(B)
13 If you close your ear to the cry of the poor,
you will cry out and not be heard.(C)
Proverbs 21:11-13
New International Version
Proverbs 21:11-13
New International Version
11 When a mocker is punished, the simple gain wisdom;
by paying attention to the wise they get knowledge.(A)
Footnotes
- Proverbs 21:12 Or The righteous person
Proverbs 21:11-13
King James Version
Proverbs 21:11-13
King James Version
11 When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise: and when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge.
12 The righteous man wisely considereth the house of the wicked: but God overthroweth the wicked for their wickedness.
13 Whoso stoppeth his ears at the cry of the poor, he also shall cry himself, but shall not be heard.
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