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    Proverbs 11 (KJV)

    Read Proverbs chapter 11 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible.

    Proverbs 11

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    Proverbs 11:25

    "The liberal soul shall be made fat: and he that watereth sha…"

    Proverbs 11:2

    "When pride cometh, then cometh shame: but with the lowly is …"

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    Proverbs 11:25 KJV

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    Proverbs 11 Summary

    Proverbs 11 continues the theme of contrasts, focusing on honesty in business, the security of righteousness, and the power of generosity. A generous person will prosper while the stingy will come to poverty.

    The chapter also emphasizes that beauty without discretion is like a gold ring in a pig's snout, and that those who trust in riches will fall while the righteous will flourish like a green leaf.

    Key Themes

    Honest scalesGenerosity brings prosperityBeauty and discretionRighteous flourishing

    Key Verses in Proverbs 11

    "The LORD detests dishonest scales, but accurate weights find favor with him."

    — Proverbs 11:1

    God cares about fairness in everyday business transactions.

    "A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed."

    — Proverbs 11:25

    The paradox of generosity: giving leads to receiving.

    "Like a gold ring in a pig's snout is a beautiful woman who shows no discretion."

    — Proverbs 11:22

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    Life Application

    Be generous, honest, and wise. True prosperity comes not from hoarding but from refreshing others. And remember—character matters more than appearance.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does Proverbs 11 promise wealth to the generous?

    It describes a general principle that generosity tends to lead to flourishing, not an absolute guarantee of financial wealth.

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