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When the wicked die, their hope perishes. Yes, any hope based on money perishes.
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The righteous are saved from distress, and the wicked take their place.
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The godless destroy their neighbors by their words, but the righteous are saved by their knowledge.
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When the righteous succeed, a city rejoices; when the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy.
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A city is honored by the blessing of the virtuous; it is destroyed by the words of the wicked.
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Whoever despises their neighbor lacks sense; a sensible person keeps quiet.
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A slanderer walks around revealing secrets, but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence.
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Without guidance, a people will fall, but there is victory with many counselors.
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Guaranteeing the debt of a stranger brings big trouble, but the one who refuses to shake hands will be secure.
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A gracious woman gains honor; violent men gain only wealth.
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Kind persons benefit themselves, but cruel people harm themselves.