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Proverbs 12:26
A righteous person is cautious in friendship, but the way of the wicked leads them astray.
Proverbs 12:26 · World English Bible
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Proverbs 12:26 in other translations
The righteous is more excellent than his neighbour: but the way of the wicked seduceth them.
A righteous man is cautious in friendship, but the ways of the wicked lead them astray.
A righteous person is cautious in friendship, but the way of the wicked leads them astray.
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In context
23 A prudent man keeps his knowledge, but the hearts of fools proclaim foolishness.
24 The hands of the diligent ones shall rule, but laziness ends in slave labor.
25 Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs it down, but a kind word makes it glad.
26 A righteous person is cautious in friendship, but the way of the wicked leads them astray.
27 The slothful man doesn’t roast his game, but the possessions of diligent men are prized.
28 In the way of righteousness is life; in its path there is no death.
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