Daily Wisdom: Proverbs 29:13

Monday, September 4, 2023

The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The Lord gives sight to the eyes of both.
— Proverbs 29:13

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Illustration of Proverbs 29:13 — The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The Lord gives sight to the eyes of both.

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