Proverbs 18:16-24

Devotionals, Articles, and Bible Study Resources on Proverbs 18:16-24

16A man’s gift opens doors for him,
and brings him before great men.
17The first to state his case seems right
until another comes and cross-examines him.
18Casting the lot ends quarrels
and separates strong opponents.
19An offended brother is harder to win than a fortified city,
and disputes are like the bars of a castle.
20From the fruit of his mouth a man’s belly is filled;
with the harvest from his lips he is satisfied.
21Life and death are in the power of the tongue,
and those who love it will eat its fruit.
22He who finds a wife finds a good thing
and obtains favor from the LORD.
23The poor man pleads for mercy,
but the rich man answers harshly.
24A man of many companions may come to ruin,
but there is a friend who stays closer than a brother.
— Proverbs 18:16-24

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