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The wicked borrow and do not repay, but the righteous give generously;
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American Standard Version
The wicked borroweth, and payeth not again; But the righteous dealeth graciously, and giveth.
Christian Standard Bible
The wicked person borrows and does not repay, but the righteous one is gracious and giving.
English Standard Version
The wicked borrows but does not pay back, but the righteous is generous and gives;
King James Version
The wicked borroweth, and payeth not again: but the righteous sheweth mercy, and giveth.
New American Standard Bible
The wicked borrows and does not pay back, But the righteous is gracious and gives.
New King James Version
The wicked borrows and does not repay, But the righteous shows mercy and gives.
New Living Translation
The wicked borrow and never repay, but the godly are generous givers.
World English Bible
The wicked borrow, and don’t pay back, but the righteous give generously.