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A true witness delivers souls, But a deceitful witness speaks lies.
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In the fear of the Lord there is strong confidence, And His children will have a place of refuge.
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The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, To turn one away from the snares of death.
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In a multitude of people is a king's honor, But in the lack of people is the downfall of a prince.
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He who is slow to wrath has great understanding, But he who is impulsive exalts folly.
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A sound heart is life to the body, But envy is rottenness to the bones.
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He who oppresses the poor reproaches his Maker, But he who honors Him has mercy on the needy.
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The wicked is banished in his wickedness, But the righteous has a refuge in his death.
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Wisdom rests in the heart of him who has understanding, But what is in the heart of fools is made known.
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Righteousness exalts a nation, But sin is a reproach to any people.
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The king's favor is toward a wise servant, But his wrath is against him who causes shame.