Proverbs 4

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New International Version 1984
 

19But the way of the wicked is like deep darkness;

they do not know what makes them stumble.

20My son, pay attention to what I say;

listen closely to my words.

21Do not let them out of your sight,

keep them within your heart;

22for they are life to those who find them

and health to a man’s whole body.

23Above all else, guard your heart,

for it is the wellspring of life.

24Put away perversity from your mouth;

keep corrupt talk far from your lips.

25Let your eyes look straight ahead,

fix your gaze directly before you.

26Make levelb paths for your feet

and take only ways that are firm.

27Do not swerve to the right or the left;

keep your foot from evil.


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