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There is that is hindered from sinning through want: and when he taketh rest, he shall not be troubled.
22
There is that destroyeth his own soul through bashfulness, and by accepting of persons overthroweth himself.
23
There is that for bashfulness promiseth to his friend, and maketh him his enemy for nothing.
24
A lie is a foul blot in a man, yet it is continually in the mouth of the untaught.
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A thief is better than a man that is accustomed to lie: but they both shall have destruction to heritage.
26
The disposition of a liar is dishonourable, and his shame is ever with him.
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A wise man shall promote himself to honour with his words: and he that hath understanding will please great men.
28
He that tilleth his land shall increase his heap: and he that pleaseth great men shall get pardon for iniquity.
29
Presents and gifts blind the eyes of the wise, and stop up his mouth that he cannot reprove.
30
Wisdom that is hid, and treasure that is hoarded up, what profit is in them both?
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Better is he that hideth his folly than a man that hideth his wisdom.