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Proverbs 12:26
The righteous is a guide to his neighbor; But the way of the wicked causeth them to err.
Proverbs 12:26 · American Standard Version
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Proverbs 12:26 in other translations
The righteous is more excellent than his neighbour: but the way of the wicked seduceth them.
A righteous man is cautious in friendship, but the ways of the wicked lead them astray.
A righteous person is cautious in friendship, but the way of the wicked leads them astray.
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In context
23 A prudent man concealeth knowledge; But the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
24 The hand of the diligent shall bear rule; But the slothful shall be put under taskwork.
25 Heaviness in the heart of a man maketh it stoop; But a good word maketh it glad.
26 The righteous is a guide to his neighbor; But the way of the wicked causeth them to err.
27 The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting; But the precious substance of men is to the diligent.
28 In the way of righteousness is life; And in the pathway thereof there is no death.
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