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Proverbs 22:23

World English Bible

for Yahweh will plead their case,
and plunder the life of those who plunder them.

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Proverbs 22:23 in other translations

For Jehovah will plead their cause, And despoil of life those that despoil them.

Proverbs 22:23 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 22:23 in context

  1. 21To teach you truth, reliable words,
    to give sound answers to the ones who sent you?
  2. 22Don’t exploit the poor, because he is poor;
    and don’t crush the needy in court;
  3. 23for Yahweh will plead their case,
    and plunder the life of those who plunder them.
  4. 24Don’t befriend a hot-tempered man,
    and don’t associate with one who harbors anger:
  5. 25lest you learn his ways,
    and ensnare your soul.