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Proverbs 17:7
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Proverbs 17:7
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Fine speech is unbecoming to a boor, and even less lying lips to a leader.
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He who mocks the poor insults his maker; he who rejoices at calamity will not go unpunished.
6
Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, while the glory of children is their ancestors.
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Fine speech is unbecoming to a boor, and even less lying lips to a leader.
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A bribe works like a charm, in the view of him who gives it -wherever it turns, it succeeds.
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He who conceals an offense promotes love, but he who harps on it can separate even close friends.
Complete Jewish Bible Copyright 1998 by David H. Stern. Published by Jewish New Testament Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.