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- When the righteous prosper, the city rejoices; when the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy.
- Through the blessing of the upright a city is exalted, but by the mouth of the wicked it is destroyed.
- A man who lacks judgment derides his neighbor, but a man of understanding holds his tongue.
- A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy man keeps a secret.
- For lack of guidance a nation falls, but many advisers make victory sure.
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- He who puts up security for another will surely suffer, but whoever refuses to strike hands in pledge is safe.
- A kindhearted woman gains respect, but ruthless men gain only wealth.
- A kind man benefits himself, but a cruel man brings trouble on himself.
- The wicked man earns deceptive wages, but he who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward.
- The truly righteous man attains life, but he who pursues evil goes to his death.
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- The LORD detests men of perverse heart but he delights in those whose ways are blameless.
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