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Proverbs 29:13
The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the LORD lighteneth both their eyes.
Proverbs 29:13 · King James Version
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Proverbs 29:13 in other translations
The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives light to the eyes of both.
The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives sight to the eyes of both.
The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The Lord gives sight to the eyes of both.
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In context
10 The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.
11 A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards.
12 If a ruler hearken to lies, all his servants are wicked.
13 The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the LORD lighteneth both their eyes.
14 The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever.
15 The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.
16 When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.
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