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Proverbs 25:26
As a troubled fountain, and a corrupted spring, So is a righteous man that giveth way before the wicked.
Proverbs 25:26 · American Standard Version
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Proverbs 25:26 in other translations
A righteous man falling down before the wicked is as a troubled fountain, and a corrupt spring.
Like a muddied spring or a polluted well is a righteous man who gives way to the wicked.
Like a muddied spring and a polluted well, so is a righteous man who gives way before the wicked.
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In context
23 The north wind bringeth forth rain; So doth a backbiting tongue an angry countenance.
24 It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, Than with a contentious woman in a wide house.
25 As cold waters to a thirsty soul, So is good news from a far country.
26 As a troubled fountain, and a corrupted spring, So is a righteous man that giveth way before the wicked.
27 It is not good to eat much honey; So for men to search out their own glory is grievous.
28 He whose spirit is without restraint Is like a city that is broken down and without walls.
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