Proverbs 11:17

A merciful man benefits his own soul. But whoever is cruel casts out even his close relatives
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King James Version

The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.

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.