Old Testament · VERSE 12

Proverbs 9:12

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If thou be wise, thou shalt be wise for thyself: but if thou scornest, thou alone shalt bear it.

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Proverbs 9:12 in context

Proverbs 9:10

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.

Proverbs 9:11

For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased.

Proverbs 9:12SELECTED VERSE

If thou be wise, thou shalt be wise for thyself: but if thou scornest, thou alone shalt bear it.

Proverbs 9:13

A foolish woman is clamorous: she is simple, and knoweth nothing.

Proverbs 9:14

For she sitteth at the door of her house, on a seat in the high places of the city,

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