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Proverbs 20:27

“The spirit of man [is] the candle of the LORD, searching all the inward parts of the belly.”

Verse in context — Proverbs 20

25

[It is] a snare to the man [who] devoureth [that which is] holy, and after vows to make enquiry.

26

A wise king scattereth the wicked, and bringeth the wheel over them.

27

The spirit of man [is] the candle of the LORD, searching all the inward parts of the belly.

28

Mercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy.

29

The glory of young men [is] their strength: and the beauty of old men [is] the gray head.

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