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The righteous is delivered from trouble, and the wicked comes to take his place.
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With his mouth the hypocrite can ruin his neighbor, but by knowledge the righteous are delivered.
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When the righteous prosper, the city rejoices; and when the wicked perish, there is joy.
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By the blessing of the upright, a city is raised up; but the words of the wicked tear it down.
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He who belittles another lacks good sense, whereas a person of discernment stays silent.
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A gossip goes around revealing secrets, but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence.
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Without clever tactics an army is defeated, and victory comes from much planning.
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He who guarantees a loan for a stranger will suffer, but refusing to underwrite is safe.
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A gracious woman obtains honor; aggressive men obtain wealth.
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A man who is kind does himself good, but the cruel does harm to himself.
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The profits of the wicked are illusory; but those who sow righteousness gain a true reward.