Proverbs 27:11-15 Modern English Version (MEV)

11. My son, be wise, and make my heart glad,that I may answer him who reproachesme.

12. A prudent man foresees the evil and hides himself,but the simple pass on and are punished.

13. Take his garment that is security for a stranger,and take a pledge of him for an adulterous woman.

14. He who blesses his friend with a loud voice, rising early in the morning,it will be counted a curse to him.

15. A continual dripping on a very rainy dayand a contentious woman are alike;

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