Proverbs 17:23

Updated: June 3, 2025
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A wicked man receives a bribe in secret, to pervert the ways of justice.
World English Bible (WEB)
A wicked{H7563} man taketh{H3947}{(H8799)} a gift{H7810} out of the bosom{H2436} to pervert{H5186}{(H8687)} the ways{H734} of judgment{H4941}.
KJV with Strongs
The guilty takes a bribe from the bosom, To pervert justice ways.
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The F.O.G Paraphrase
A bribe from the bosom the wicked taketh, To turn aside the paths of judgment.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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