Proverbs · Proverbs 16
By mercy and truth iniquity is atoned for. By the fear of the LORD men depart from evil.
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The verses immediately either side, within Proverbs 16.
Before
5Everyone who is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD; they shall certainly not be unpunished.
Proverbs 16:6
By mercy and truth iniquity is atoned for. By the fear of the LORD men depart from evil.
After
7When a man’s ways please the LORD, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.
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