Proverbs 28:14

Old Testament · SCRIPTURE

Proverbs 28:14

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BSB

Berean Standard Bible

Blessed is the man who is always reverent, but he who hardens his heart falls into trouble.

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KJV

King James Version

Happy [is] the man that feareth alway: but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.

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WEB

World English Bible

Blessed is the man who always fears; but one who hardens his heart falls into trouble.

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ASV

American Standard Version

Happy is the man that feareth alway; But he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.

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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB

Proverbs 28

¹² When the righteous triumph, there is great glory, but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

¹³ He who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy.

¹⁴ Blessed is the man who is always reverent, but he who hardens his heart falls into trouble.

¹⁵ Like a roaring lion or a charging bear is a wicked ruler over a helpless people.

¹⁶ A leader who lacks judgment is also a great oppressor, but he who hates dishonest profit will prolong his days.

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