World English Bible
Ecclesiastes 7:20
“Surely there is not a righteous man on earth, who does good and doesn't sin.”
Verse in context — Ecclesiastes 7
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It is good that you should take hold of this. Yes, also from that don't withdraw your hand; for he who fears God will come forth from them all.
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Wisdom is a strength to the wise man more than ten rulers who are in a city.
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Surely there is not a righteous man on earth, who does good and doesn't sin.
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Also don't take heed to all words that are spoken, lest you hear your servant curse you;
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for often your own heart knows that you yourself have likewise cursed others.
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