Proverbs 16:29-31
Living Bible
29 Wickedness loves company—and leads others into sin.[a]
30 The wicked man stares into space with pursed lips, deep in thought, planning his evil deeds.
31 White hair is a crown of glory and is seen most among the godly.
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- Proverbs 16:29 Wickedness loves company—and leads others into sin, or “An evil man deceives his neighbor and leads him into loss.”
Proverbs 16:29-31
New International Version
29 A violent person entices their neighbor
and leads them down a path that is not good.(A)
30 Whoever winks(B) with their eye is plotting perversity;
whoever purses their lips is bent on evil.
31 Gray hair is a crown of splendor;(C)
it is attained in the way of righteousness.
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