Proverbs 11:17
The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
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English Standard Version
A man who is kind benefits himself, but a cruel man hurts himself.
New International Version
A kind man benefits himself, but a cruel man brings trouble on himself.
Catholic Public Domain Version
A merciful man benefits his own soul. But whoever is cruel casts out even his close relatives