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The path of the virtuous leads away from evil; whoever follows that path is safe.
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American Standard Version
The highway of the upright is to depart from evil: He that keepeth his way preserveth his soul.
Christian Standard Bible
The highway of the upright avoids evil; the one who guards his way protects his life.
English Standard Version
The highway of the upright turns aside from evil; whoever guards his way preserves his life.
King James Version
The highway of the upright is to depart from evil: he that keepeth his way preserveth his soul.
New American Standard Bible
The highway of the upright is to turn away from evil; One who watches his way protects his life.
New International Version
The highway of the upright avoids evil; those who guard their ways preserve their lives.
New King James Version
The highway of the upright is to depart from evil; He who keeps his way preserves his soul.
World English Bible
The highway of the upright is to depart from evil. He who keeps his way preserves his soul.