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Proverbs 17:20

He that is of a perverse heart, shall not find good: and he that perverteth his tongue, shall fall into evil.

Proverbs 17:20 · Douay-Rheims Bible (Challoner)

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Proverbs 17:20 in other translations

KJV King James Version

He that hath a froward heart findeth no good: and he that hath a perverse tongue falleth into mischief.

BSB Berean Standard Bible

The one with a perverse heart finds no good, and he whose tongue is deceitful falls into trouble.

WEB World English Bible

One who has a perverse heart doesn’t find prosperity, and one who has a deceitful tongue falls into trouble.

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In context

17 He that is a friend loveth at all times: and a brother is proved in distress.

18 A foolish man will clap hands, when he is surety for his friend.

19 He that studieth discords, loveth quarrels: and he that exalteth his door, seeketh ruin.

20 He that is of a perverse heart, shall not find good: and he that perverteth his tongue, shall fall into evil.

21 A fool is born to his own disgrace: and even his father shall not rejoice in a fool.

22 A joyful mind maketh age flourishing: a sorrowful spirit drieth up the bones.

23 The wicked man taketh gifts out of the bosom, that he may pervert the paths of judgment.

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