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It is not good to be partial toward a wicked person, thereby depriving an innocent person of justice.
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By talking, a fool gets into an argument, and his mouth invites a beating.
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A fool's mouth is his ruin. His lips are a trap to his soul.
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The words of a gossip are swallowed greedily, and they go down into a person's innermost being.
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Whoever is lazy in his work is related to a vandal.
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The name of the LORD is a strong tower. A righteous person runs to it and is safe.
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A rich person's wealth is his strong city and is like a high wall in his imagination.
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Before destruction a person's heart is arrogant, but humility comes before honor.
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Whoever gives an answer before he listens is stupid and shameful.
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A person's spirit can endure sickness, but who can bear a broken spirit?
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The mind of a person who has understanding acquires knowledge. The ears of wise people seek knowledge.