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Proverbs 25:26
Like a muddied spring and a polluted well, so is a righteous man who gives way before the wicked.
Proverbs 25:26 · World English Bible
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Proverbs 25:26 in other translations
A righteous man falling down before the wicked is as a troubled fountain, and a corrupt spring.
Like a muddied spring or a polluted well is a righteous man who gives way to the wicked.
Like a muddied spring, and a polluted well, so is a righteous man who gives way before the wicked.
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In context
23 The north wind produces rain; so a backbiting tongue brings an angry face.
24 It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop than to share a house with a contentious woman.
25 Like cold water to a thirsty soul, so is good news from a far country.
26 Like a muddied spring and a polluted well, so is a righteous man who gives way before the wicked.
27 It is not good to eat much honey, nor is it honorable to seek one’s own honor.
28 Like a city that is broken down and without walls is a man whose spirit is without restraint.
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