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It is not good to
1be partial to the wicked or to
2deprive the righteous of justice.
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A fool's lips walk into a fight, and his mouth invites
3a beating.
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4A fool's mouth is his ruin, and his lips are a snare to his soul.
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5The words of a whisperer are like delicious morsels; they go down into
6the inner parts of the body.
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Whoever is slack in his work is a
7brother to him who destroys.
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8The name of the LORD is
9a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and
10is safe.
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11A rich man's wealth is his strong city, and like a high wall in his imagination.
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12Before destruction a man's heart is haughty, but
13humility comes before honor.
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If one gives an answer
14before he hears, it is his folly and shame.
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A man's spirit will endure sickness, but
15a crushed spirit who can bear?
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An intelligent heart acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.