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Proverbs 25:22
For, burning coals, shalt thou be heaping upon his head,—and, Yahweh, will repay thee.
Proverbs 25:22 · Rotherham Emphasised Bible
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Proverbs 25:22 in other translations
For thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head, and the LORD shall reward thee.
For in so doing, you will heap burning coals on his head, and the LORD will reward you.
for you will heap coals of fire on his head, and the LORD will reward you.
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In context
19 A broken tooth and a faltering foot, is confidence in the treacherous, in the day of danger.
20 As splendour of dress on a cold day—vinegar upon nitre, so is a singer with songs, unto a sad heart.
21 If he that hateth thee hunger, give him bread to eat, and, if he be thirsty, give him water to drink;
22 For, burning coals, shalt thou be heaping upon his head,—and, Yahweh, will repay thee.
23 A north wind, bringeth forth rain, and, a face stirred with indignation, a secretive tongue.
24 Better to dwell on the corner of the roof, than a quarrelsome wife, and a house in common.
25 As cold water to a thirsty soul, so is a good report from a far country.
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