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Proverbs 13:6 · KJV

"Righteousness keepeth him that is upright in the way: but wickedness overthroweth the sinner."

King James Version

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Passage Context

4The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.
5A righteous man hateth lying: but a wicked man is loathsome, and cometh to shame.
6Righteousness keepeth him that is upright in the way: but wickedness overthroweth the sinner.
7There is that maketh himself rich, yet hath nothing: there is that maketh himself poor, yet hath great riches.
8The ransom of a man's life are his riches: but the poor heareth not rebuke.

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Reflection Questions

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How does righteousness guide your decisions?

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What does it mean for you to be kept upright?

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When have you experienced the consequences of wickedness?

Life Application

decision-making

In times of uncertainty, seek guidance through prayer and reflection on your values. Let righteousness be your compass.

self-reflection

Regularly evaluate your choices and their alignment with your moral beliefs.

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