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Proverbs 11:19

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He that is stedfast in righteousness shall attain unto life; And he that pursueth evil doeth it to his own death.

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Proverbs 11:19 in other translations

He who is truly righteous gets life.
He who pursues evil gets death.

Proverbs 11:19 · World English Bible

Proverbs 11:19 in context

  1. 17The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; But he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
  2. 18The wicked earneth deceitful wages; But he that soweth righteousness hath a sure reward.
  3. 19He that is stedfast in righteousness shall attain unto life; And he that pursueth evil doeth it to his own death.
  4. 20They that are perverse in heart are an abomination to Jehovah; But such as are perfect in their way are his delight.
  5. 21Though hand join in hand, the evil man shall not be unpunished; But the seed of the righteous shall be delivered.