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The Book of Proverbs, Chapter 21, Verse 22

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21
He that followeth after righteousness and mercy findeth life, righteousness, and honour.
King James Version
A wise [man] scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
American Standard Version
A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, And bringeth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
New English Translation
A wise man went up against the city of the mighty and brought down the stronghold in which they trust.
World English Bible
A wise man scales the city of the mighty, and brings down the strength of its confidence.
23
Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.
24
Proud [and] haughty scorner [is] his name, who dealeth in proud wrath.
25
The desire of the slothful killeth him; for his hands refuse to labour.
26
He coveteth greedily all the day long: but the righteous giveth and spareth not.
27
The sacrifice of the wicked [is] abomination: how much more, [when] he bringeth it with a wicked mind?
28
A false witness shall perish: but the man that heareth speaketh constantly.
29
A wicked man hardeneth his face: but [as for] the upright, he directeth his way.
30
[There is] no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.
31
The horse [is] prepared against the day of battle: but safety [is] of the LORD.
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A [good] name [is] rather to be chosen than great riches, [and] loving favour rather than silver and gold.