Proverbs 11:19 Β· KJV
"As righteousness tendeth to life: so he that pursueth evil pursueth it to his own death."
King James Version
What does Proverbs 11:19 mean? βPassage Context
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.
20They that are of a froward heart are abomination to the LORD: but such as are upright in their way are his delight.
21Though hand join in hand, the wicked shall not be unpunished: but the seed of the righteous shall be delivered.
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