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Proverbs 21:18

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The wicked is a ransom for the righteous, the treacherous for the upright.

Context

15It is joy to the righteous to do justice; but it is a destruction to the workers of iniquity.
16The man who wanders out of the way of understanding shall rest in the assembly of the departed spirits.
17He who loves pleasure will be a poor man. He who loves wine and oil won’t be rich.
18The wicked is a ransom for the righteous, the treacherous for the upright.
19It is better to dwell in a desert land, than with a contentious and fretful woman.
20There is precious treasure and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man swallows it up.
21He who follows after righteousness and kindness finds life, righteousness, and honor.

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