23
Another out of shame makes promises to a friend, and so makes an enemy for nothing.
24
A lie is an ugly blot on a person; it is continually on the lips of the ignorant.
25
A thief is preferable to a habitual liar, but the lot of both is ruin.
26
A liar's way leads to disgrace, and his shame is ever with him.
27
The wise person advances himself by his words, and one who is sensible pleases the great.
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