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Proverbs 28:4

Those who forsake the law praise the wicked, but those who keep the law resist them.

Proverbs 28:4 · Berean Standard Bible

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Proverbs 28:4 in other translations

KJV King James Version

They that forsake the law praise the wicked: but such as keep the law contend with them.

WEB World English Bible

Those who forsake the law praise the wicked; but those who keep the law contend with them.

NHEB New Heart English Bible

Those who forsake the Law praise the wicked; but those who keep the Law contend with them.

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In context

1 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion.

2 A land in rebellion has many rulers, but a man of understanding and knowledge maintains order.

3 A destitute leader who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no food.

4 Those who forsake the law praise the wicked, but those who keep the law resist them.

5 Evil men do not understand justice, but those who seek the LORD comprehend fully.

6 Better a poor man who walks with integrity than a rich man whose ways are perverse.

7 A discerning son keeps the law, but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father.

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