Proverbs 17:19-20

The Proverbs of Solomon

19 Whoever loves transgression loves strife;
he who l makes his door high seeks destruction.
20 m A man of crooked heart does not discover good,
and one with a dishonest tongue falls into calamity.

  1. Cross References
    Proverbs 11:2
    When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with the humble is wisdom.
    Proverbs 29:23
    One's pride will bring him low, but he who is lowly in spirit will obtain honor.
  2. Cross References
    Proverbs 11:20
    Those of crooked heart are an abomination to the Lord, but those of blameless ways are his delight.
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