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Proverbs 17 is a chapter in the [[Book of Proverbs]] that speaks to the folly of fools, and the value of wisdom. It also specifically warns against returning "evil for good".
'''Proverbs 17''' is a chapter in the [[Book of Proverbs]] that speaks to the folly of fools, and the value of wisdom. It also specifically warns against returning "evil for good."
For example, verses 12 and 13 state:<ref>[[ESV]] version is quoted here.</ref>
For example, verses 12 and 13 state:<ref>[[ESV]] version is quoted here.</ref>
<br>If anyone returns evil for good,
<br>If anyone returns evil for good,
<br>evil will not depart from his house.}}
<br>evil will not depart from his house.}}
[[category:Old Testament]]
[[category:Bible]]
Proverbs 17 continues to explain the misfortune that greets those who turn away from [[God]]:<ref>Proverbs 17:19-20 (ESV)</ref>
{{cquote|Whoever loves transgression loves strife;
he who makes his door high seeks destruction.
<br>A man of crooked heart does not discover good,
<br>and one with a dishonest tongue falls into calamity.}}
== References ==
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[[Category:Bible]]
[[Category:Old Testament]]
[[Category:Proverbs]]