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Proverbs 29:24

World English Bible

Whoever is an accomplice of a thief is an enemy of his own soul.
He takes an oath, but dares not testify.

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Proverbs 29:24 in other translations

Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul; He heareth the adjuration and uttereth nothing.

Proverbs 29:24 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 29:24 in context

  1. 22An angry man stirs up strife,
    and a wrathful man abounds in sin.
  2. 23A man’s pride brings him low,
    but one of lowly spirit gains honor.
  3. 24Whoever is an accomplice of a thief is an enemy of his own soul.
    He takes an oath, but dares not testify.
  4. 25The fear of man proves to be a snare,
    but whoever puts his trust in Yahweh is kept safe.
  5. 26Many seek the ruler’s favor,
    but a man’s justice comes from Yahweh.