Holy Scripture

Proverbs 17:20

Source: Septuagint

Original

20And the hard-hearted man comes not in for good. A man of a changeful tongue will fall into mischiefs;

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18A foolish man applauds and rejoices over himself, As he also that becomes surety would make himself responsible for his own friends.

19A lover of sin rejoices in strifes;

— Proverbs 17:20 —

21And the heart of a fool is grief to its possessor. A father rejoices not over an uninstructed son; But a wise son gladdens his mother.

22A glad heart promotes health; But the bones of a sorrowful man dry up.

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