World English Bible
Proverbs 25:22
“for you will heap coals of fire on his head, and Yahweh will reward you.”
Verse in context — Proverbs 25
20
As one who takes away a garment in cold weather, or vinegar on soda, so is one who sings songs to a heavy heart.
21
If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat. If he is thirsty, give him water to drink:
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for you will heap coals of fire on his head, and Yahweh will reward you.
23
The north wind brings forth rain: so a backbiting tongue brings an angry face.
24
It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, than to share a house with a contentious woman.