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Proverbs 11:17

5 of 5 translations contain this numbered verse.

KJV

King James Version

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The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.

WEB

World English Bible

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The merciful man does good to his own soul, But he who is cruel troubles his own flesh.

ASV

American Standard Version

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The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; But he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.

YLT

Young's Literal Translation

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A kind man is rewarding his own soul, And the fierce is troubling his own flesh.

BSB

Berean Standard Bible

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A kind man benefits himself, but a cruel man brings trouble on himself.