Proverbs 22:3

A prudent man sees danger and hides himself; but the simple pass on, and suffer for it.

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Before · Proverbs 22:1–2

1A good name is more desirable than great riches, and loving favor is better than silver and gold. 2The rich and the poor have this in common: The LORD is the maker of them all.

3A prudent man sees danger and hides himself; but the simple pass on, and suffer for it.

After · Proverbs 22:4–5

4The result of humility and the fear of the LORD is wealth, honor, and life. 5Thorns and snares are in the path of the wicked; whoever guards his soul stays far from them.

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