Proverbs 17:5

Whoever mocks the poor reproaches his Maker. He who is glad at calamity shall not be unpunished.

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Before · Proverbs 17:3–4

3The refining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold, but the LORD tests the hearts. 4An evildoer heeds wicked lips. A liar gives ear to a mischievous tongue.

5Whoever mocks the poor reproaches his Maker. He who is glad at calamity shall not be unpunished.

After · Proverbs 17:6–7

6Children’s children are the crown of old men; the glory of children is their parents. 7Excellent speech isn’t fitting for a fool, much less do lying lips fit a prince.

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