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- He that followeth after righteousness and mercy findeth life, righteousness, and honour.
- A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
- Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.
- Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who dealeth in proud wrath.
- The desire of the slothful killeth him; for his hands refuse to labour.
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- He who pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor.
- A wise man attacks the city of the mighty and pulls down the stronghold in which they trust.
- He who guards his mouth and his tongue keeps himself from calamity.
- The proud and arrogant man-"Mocker" is his name; he behaves with overweening pride.
- The sluggard's craving will be the death of him, because his hands refuse to work.
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- He coveteth greedily all the day long: but the righteous giveth and spareth not.
- The sacrifice of the wicked is abomination: how much more, when he bringeth it with a wicked mind?
- A false witness shall perish: but the man that heareth speaketh constantly.
- A wicked man hardeneth his face: but as for the upright, he directeth his way.
- There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.
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- All day long he craves for more, but the righteous give without sparing.
- The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable-- how much more so when brought with evil intent!
- A false witness will perish, and whoever listens to him will be destroyed forever.
- A wicked man puts up a bold front, but an upright man gives thought to his ways.
- There is no wisdom, no insight, no plan that can succeed against the LORD.
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- The horse is prepared against the day of battle: but safety is of the LORD.
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- The horse is made ready for the day of battle, but victory rests with the LORD.
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