Proverbs 31:8
Open thy mouth for the dumb In the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction.
In context
5 Lest they drink, and forget the law, And pervert the judgment of any of the afflicted. 6 Give strong drink unto him that is ready to perish, And wine unto those that be of heavy hearts. 7 Let him drink, and forget his poverty, And remember his misery no more. 8 Open thy mouth for the dumb In the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction. 9 Open thy mouth, judge righteously, And plead the cause of the poor and needy.
10 Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies. 11 The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, So that he shall have no need of spoil.
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- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 31:8 in the NIV
Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 31:8 in the ESV
Open your mouth for the mute, for the rights of all who are destitute.