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Proverbs 16:17
A highway of the upright is, `Turn from evil,' Whoso is preserving his soul is watching his way.
Proverbs 16:17 · Young's Literal Translation
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Proverbs 16:17 in other translations
The highway of the upright is to depart from evil: he that keepeth his way preserveth his soul.
The highway of the upright leads away from evil; he who guards his way protects his life.
The highway of the upright is to depart from evil. He who keeps his way preserves his soul.
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In context
14 The fury of a king is messengers of death, And a wise man pacifieth it.
15 In the light of a king's face is life, And his good-will is as a cloud of the latter rain.
16 To get wisdom--how much better than gold, And to get understanding to be chosen than silver!
17 A highway of the upright is, `Turn from evil,' Whoso is preserving his soul is watching his way.
18 Before destruction is pride, And before stumbling--a haughty spirit.'
19 Better is humility of spirit with the poor, Than to apportion spoil with the proud.
20 The wise in any matter findeth good, And whoso is trusting in Jehovah, O his happiness.
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