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Proverbs 25:12 - Meaning and Application

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Translation: World English Bible — Catholic Edition

" As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover to an obedient ear. "

Proverbs 25:12

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10 lest one who hears it put you to shame, and your bad reputation never depart.

11 A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver.

12 As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover to an obedient ear.

13 As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to those who send him; for he refreshes the soul of his masters.

14 As clouds and wind without rain, so is he who boasts of gifts deceptively.

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