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Read Full Chapter (Proverbs 19) Proverbs 19:22 KJV
"The desire of a man is his kindness: and a poor man is better than a liar."
Proverbs Chapter 19, Verse 22
Proverbs 19:22 in Context (Verses 19–25 KJV)
19
A man of great wrath shall suffer punishment: for if thou deliver him, yet thou must do it again.*
20
Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end.
21
There are many devices in a man’s heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.
22
The desire of a man is his kindness: and a poor man is better than a liar.
23
The fear of the LORD tendeth to life: and he that hath it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil.
24
A slothful man hideth his hand in his bosom, and will not so much as bring it to his mouth again.
25
Smite a scorner, and the simple will beware: and reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand knowledge.*