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Proverbs 21:9-12 Modern English Version (MEV)

9. It is better to dwell in a corner of the housetopthan with a brawling woman in a wide house.

10. The soul of the wicked desires evil;his neighbor finds no favor in his eyes.

11. When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise;and when the wise is instructed, he receives knowledge.

12. The righteous man wisely considers the house of the wicked,but God overthrows the wicked for their wickedness.

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