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Proverbs 16:20

He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoever trusteth in the LORD, happy [is] he.

Proverbs 16:20 · Webster Bible

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Proverbs 16:20 in other translations

KJV King James Version

He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy is he.

BSB Berean Standard Bible

Whoever heeds instruction will find success, and blessed is he who trusts in the LORD.

WEB World English Bible

He who heeds the Word finds prosperity. Whoever trusts in the LORD is blessed.

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In context

17 The highway of the upright [is] to depart from evil: he that keepeth his way preserveth his soul.

18 Pride [goeth] before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.

19 Better [it is to be] of a humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud.

20 He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoever trusteth in the LORD, happy [is] he.

21 The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

22 Understanding [is] a well-spring of life to him that hath it: but the instruction of fools [is] folly.

23 The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.

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