A Bribe Is Evil
Proverbs 17:8
8 A bribe is seen as a charm by the one who gives it;
they think success will come at every turn.
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A bribe is a moral and criminal offense
that always spawns evil.
8 A bribe is seen as a charm by the one who gives it;
they think success will come at every turn.
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A bribe is a moral and criminal offense
that always spawns evil.
9 In their hearts humans plan their course,
but the Lord establishes their steps.
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You plan with your heart,
but the Lord creates your path.
9 The Lord detests the way of the wicked,
but he loves those who pursue righteousness.
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Pursuits of the wicked are detested by The Lord.
Pursuits of the righteous are loved by Him.
9 Fools mock at making amends for sin,
but goodwill is found among the upright.
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Penance creates goodwill from and to the righteous.
Mockers seek neither penance nor goodwill.
9 The light of the righteous shines brightly,
but the lamp of the wicked is snuffed out.
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The Righteous shine.
The Wicked smother.