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Proverbs · Chapter 27

Proverbs 27:4

Wrath is cruel, and anger is overwhelming; but who is able to stand before jealousy?

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Before · Proverbs 27:2–3

2Let another man praise you, and not your own mouth; a stranger, and not your own lips. 3A stone is heavy, and sand is a burden; but a fool’s provocation is heavier than both.

4Wrath is cruel, and anger is overwhelming; but who is able to stand before jealousy?

After · Proverbs 27:5–6

5Better is open rebuke than hidden love. 6The wounds of a friend are faithful, although the kisses of an enemy are profuse.

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