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Proverbs 25:28

He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls.

Proverbs 25:28 · King James Version

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Proverbs 25:28 in other translations

BSB Berean Standard Bible

Like a city whose walls are broken down is a man who does not control his temper.

WEB World English Bible

Like a city that is broken down and without walls is a man whose spirit is without restraint.

NHEB New Heart English Bible

Like a city that is broken down and without walls is a man whose spirit is without restraint.

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25 As cold waters to a thirsty soul, so is good news from a far country.

26 A righteous man falling down before the wicked is as a troubled fountain, and a corrupt spring.

27 It is not good to eat much honey: so for men to search their own glory is not glory.

28 He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls.

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