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Do not put him next to you, or he may overthrow you and take your place. Do not let him sit at your right hand, or else he may try to take your own seat, and at last you will realize the truth of my words, and be stung by what I have said.
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Who pities a snake charmer when he is bitten, or all those who go near wild animals?
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So no one pities a person who associates with a sinner and becomes involved in the other's sins.
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He stands by you for a while, but if you falter, he will not be there.
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An enemy speaks sweetly with his lips, but in his heart he plans to throw you into a pit; an enemy may have tears in his eyes, but if he finds an opportunity he will never have enough of your blood.
New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.