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As you sow so shall you reap

Meaning

Your deeds, good or bad, will repay you in kind.

Origin

From the Bible, Galatians VI (King James Version):

Whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.

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The meaning and origin of the expression: As you sow so shall you reap

As you sow so shall you reap

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