Old Testament · VERSE 19

Proverbs 17:19

King James Version

He loveth transgression that loveth strife: and he that exalteth his gate seeketh destruction.

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Proverbs 17:19 in context

Proverbs 17:17

A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.

Proverbs 17:18

A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend.

Proverbs 17:19SELECTED VERSE

He loveth transgression that loveth strife: and he that exalteth his gate seeketh destruction.

Proverbs 17:20

He that hath a froward heart findeth no good: and he that hath a perverse tongue falleth into mischief.

Proverbs 17:21

He that begetteth a fool doeth it to his sorrow: and the father of a fool hath no joy.

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