Proverbs 17:2
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King James Version (modern wording)
A wise servant shall have rule over a son that causes shame, and shall have part of the inheritance among the brethren.
Proverbs 17:2 (KJV)
American Standard Version
A servant that dealeth wisely shall have rule over a son that causeth shame, And shall have part in the inheritance among the brethren.
Proverbs 17:2 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
A wise servant will rule over a disgraceful son and share his inheritance as one of the brothers.
Proverbs 17:2 (BSB)
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What does Proverbs 17:2 say?
Proverbs 17:2 in modern King James wording reads: "A wise servant shall have rule over a son that causes shame, and shall have part of the inheritance among the brethren."
Where is Proverbs 17:2 found in the Bible?
Proverbs 17:2 is verse 2 of chapter 17 of the book of Proverbs, in the Old Testament. Proverbs has 31 chapters.
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