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My child, fear the Lord and the king, and do not disobey either of them;
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for disaster comes from them suddenly, and who knows the ruin that both can bring?
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These also are sayings of the wise: Partiality in judging is not good.
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Whoever says to the wicked, "You are innocent," will be cursed by peoples, abhorred by nations;
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but those who rebuke the wicked will have delight, and a good blessing will come upon them.
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One who gives an honest answer gives a kiss on the lips.
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Prepare your work outside, get everything ready for you in the field; and after that build your house.
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Do not be a witness against your neighbor without cause, and do not deceive with your lips.
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Do not say, "I will do to others as they have done to me; I will pay them back for what they have done."
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I passed by the field of one who was lazy, by the vineyard of a stupid person;
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and see, it was all overgrown with thorns; the ground was covered with nettles, and its stone wall was broken down.