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An unfriendly man pursues selfishness, And defies all sound judgment.
2
A fool has no delight in understanding, But only in broadcasting his own opinion.
3
When wickedness comes, contempt also comes, And with shame comes disgrace.
4
The words of a man's mouth are like deep waters. The fountain of wisdom is like a flowing brook.
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To be partial to the faces of the wicked is not good, Nor to deprive the innocent of justice.
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A fool's lips come into strife, And his mouth invites beatings.
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A fool's mouth is his destruction, And his lips are a snare to his soul.
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The words of a gossip are like dainty morsels: They go down into a person's innermost parts.
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One who is slack in his work Is brother to him who is a master of destruction.
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The name of Yahweh is a strong tower: The righteous run to him, and are safe.