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The righteous is delivered out of trouble, And the wicked cometh in his stead.
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With his mouth the godless man destroyeth his neighbor; But through knowledge shall the righteous be delivered.
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When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth; And when the wicked perish, there is shouting.
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By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted; But it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.
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He that despiseth his neighbor is void of wisdom; But a man of understanding holdeth his peace.
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He that goeth about as a tale-bearer revealeth secrets; But he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth a matter.
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Where no wise guidance is, the people falleth; But in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.
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He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it; But he that hateth suretyship is secure.
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A gracious woman obtaineth honor; And violent men obtain riches.
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The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; But he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
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The wicked earneth deceitful wages; But he that soweth righteousness [hath] a sure reward.