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He loseth nothing who keeps God for his friend.

Meaning: Divine friendship guarantees ultimate gain despite earthly losses, since God's favor transcends material deprivation.

Origin: From 'A Dictionary of English Proverbs and Proverbial Phrases' (1870). Public domain.

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