Proverbs 11:17 · KJV
"The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh."
King James Version
What does Proverbs 11:17 mean? →Passage Context
15He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: and he that hateth suretiship is sure.
16A gracious woman retaineth honour: and strong men retain riches.
17The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
18The wicked worketh a deceitful work: but to him that soweth righteousness shall be a sure reward.
19As righteousness tendeth to life: so he that pursueth evil pursueth it to his own death.
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