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Proverbs 16:20
He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy is he.
Proverbs 16:20 · King James Version
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Proverbs 16:20 in other translations
Whoever heeds instruction will find success, and blessed is he who trusts in the LORD.
He who heeds the Word finds prosperity. Whoever trusts in the LORD is blessed.
He who heeds the Word finds prosperity. Whoever trusts in the Lord is blessed.
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In context
17 The highway of the upright is to depart from evil: he that keepeth his way preserveth his soul.
18 Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.
19 Better it is to be of an humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud.
20 He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy is he.
21 The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
22 Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools is folly.
23 The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.
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