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Proverbs 29:13

World English Bible

The poor man and the oppressor have this in common:
Yahweh gives sight to the eyes of both.

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Proverbs 29:13 in other translations

The poor man and the oppressor meet together; Jehovah lighteneth the eyes of them both.

Proverbs 29:13 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 29:13 in context

  1. 11A fool vents all of his anger,
    but a wise man brings himself under control.
  2. 12If a ruler listens to lies,
    all of his officials are wicked.
  3. 13The poor man and the oppressor have this in common:
    Yahweh gives sight to the eyes of both.
  4. 14The king who fairly judges the poor,
    his throne shall be established forever.
  5. 15The rod of correction gives wisdom,
    but a child left to himself causes shame to his mother.