Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Proverbs 27:8
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Berean Standard Bible
Like a bird that strays from its nest is a man who wanders from his home.
King James Version
As a bird that wandereth from her nest, so [is] a man that wandereth from his place.
World English Bible
As a bird that wanders from her nest, so is a man who wanders from his home.
American Standard Version
As a bird that wandereth from her nest, So is a man that wandereth from his place.
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Proverbs 27
6 The wounds of a friend are faithful, but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful.
7 The soul that is full loathes honey, but to a hungry soul, any bitter thing is sweet.
8 Like a bird that strays from its nest is a man who wanders from his home.
9 Oil and incense bring joy to the heart, and the counsel of a friend is sweetness to the soul.
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