Proverbs 11:17
“The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.”
He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: and he that hateth suretiship is sure.
A gracious woman retaineth honour: and strong men retain riches.
The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
The wicked worketh a deceitful work: but to him that soweth righteousness shall be a sure reward.
As righteousness tendeth to life: so he that pursueth evil pursueth it to his own death.
Related Verses
“A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.”
“An evil man seeketh only rebellion: therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.”
“He that diligently seeketh good procureth favour: but he that seeketh mischief, it shall come unto him.”
“He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoureth him hath mercy on the poor.”
“As righteousness tendeth to life: so he that pursueth evil pursueth it to his own death.”