SinaiProverbs 11:17
American Standard Version
The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; But he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
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Proverbs 11:17 in other translations
The merciful man does good to his own soul,
but he who is cruel troubles his own flesh.
Proverbs 11:17 in context
- 15He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it; But he that hateth suretyship is secure.
- 16A gracious woman obtaineth honor; And violent men obtain riches.
- 17The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; But he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
- 18The wicked earneth deceitful wages; But he that soweth righteousness hath a sure reward.
- 19He that is stedfast in righteousness shall attain unto life; And he that pursueth evil doeth it to his own death.