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Proverbs · Chapter 13

Proverbs 13:8

The ransom of a man’s life is his riches, but the poor hear no threats.

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Before · Proverbs 13:6–7

6Righteousness guards the way of integrity, but wickedness overthrows the sinner. 7There are some who pretend to be rich, yet have nothing. There are some who pretend to be poor, yet have great wealth.

8The ransom of a man’s life is his riches, but the poor hear no threats.

After · Proverbs 13:9–10

9The light of the righteous shines brightly, but the lamp of the wicked is snuffed out. 10Pride only breeds quarrels, but wisdom is with people who take advice.

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