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30 A tranquil mind gives life to the flesh, but passion makes the bones rot.
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A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.
31 He who oppresses a poor man insults his Maker, but he who is kind to the needy honors him.
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Whoever oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors God.
32 The wicked is overthrown through his evil-doing, but the righteous finds refuge through his integrity.
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When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down, but even in death the righteous seek refuge in God.
33 Wisdom abides in the mind of a man of understanding, but it is not known in the heart of fools.
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Wisdom reposes in the heart of the discerning and even among fools she lets herself be known.
34 Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people.
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Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin condemns any people.
35 A servant who deals wisely has the king's favor, but his wrath falls on one who acts shamefully.
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A king delights in a wise servant, but a shameful servant arouses his fury.
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