Proverbs 29:5

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A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.

Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.

World English Bible (WEB)

A man{H1397} that flattereth{H2505}{(H8688)} his neighbour{H7453} spreadeth{H6566}{(H8802)} a net{H7568} for his feet{H6471}.

Strong's King James

A strong man smooth (flattering) before his neighbour, Spreads a net for his steps.

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The F.O.G Paraphrase

A man taking a portion above his neighbour, Spreadeth a net for his own steps.

Young's Literal Translation

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