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A child who obeys the law understands what is right. But a child who likes to eat too much brings shame on his father.
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A person who increases his wealth by charging high interest piles it up for someone who will be kind to poor people.
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If you don't pay attention to the law, even your prayers are hated.
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Those who lead honest people down an evil path will fall into their own trap. But those who are without blame will receive good things.
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Rich people may be wise in their own eyes. But a poor person who understands what is right knows what they are really like.
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When godly people win, everyone is very happy. But when sinners take charge, everyone hides.
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Anyone who hides his sins doesn't succeed. But anyone who admits his sins and gives them up finds mercy.
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Blessed is the one who always has respect for the Lord. But anyone who is stubborn will get into trouble.
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An evil person who rules over helpless people is like a roaring lion or an angry bear.
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A ruler who is mean to his people doesn't have any sense. But anyone who hates money gained in the wrong way will enjoy a long life.
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A man who is troubled because he is guilty of murder will be on the run until the day he dies. No one should give him any help.