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A gift in secret pacifies anger, And a bribe behind the back, strong wrath.
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It is a joy for the just to do justice, But destruction will come to the workers of iniquity.
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A man who wanders from the way of understanding Will rest in the assembly of the dead.
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He who loves pleasure will be a poor man; He who loves wine and oil will not be rich.
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The wicked shall be a ransom for the righteous, And the unfaithful for the upright.
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Better to dwell in the wilderness, Than with a contentious and angry woman.
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There is desirable treasure, And oil in the dwelling of the wise, But a foolish man squanders it.
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He who follows righteousness and mercy Finds life, righteousness and honor.
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A wise man scales the city of the mighty, And brings down the trusted stronghold.
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Whoever guards his mouth and tongue Keeps his soul from troubles.
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A proud and haughty man--"Scoffer" is his name; He acts with arrogant pride.