Proverbs 22:15-19

Living Bible

¹⁵A youngster’s heart is filled with rebellion, but punishment will drive it out of him.

¹⁶He who gains by oppressing the poor or by bribing the rich shall end in poverty.

^17-19Listen to this wise advice; follow it closely, for it will do you good, and you can pass it on to others: Trust in the Lord.

Proverbs 22:15-17

New International Version

¹⁵Folly is bound up in the heart of a child,
but the rod of discipline will drive it far away.^(A)

¹⁶One who oppresses the poor to increase his wealth
and one who gives gifts to the rich—both come to poverty.

¹⁷Pay attention^(B) and turn your ear to the sayings of the wise;^(C)
apply your heart to what I teach,^(D)

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