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A righteous man 1knows the rights of the poor; a wicked man does not 2understand such knowledge.
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3Scoffers set a city aflame, but the wise turn away wrath.
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If a wise man has an argument with a fool, the fool only rages and laughs, and there is 4no quiet.
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Bloodthirsty men 5hate one who is blameless and seek the life of the upright.
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A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back.
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If a ruler listens to falsehood, all his officials will be wicked.
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The poor man and the oppressor 6meet together; the LORD 7 gives light to the eyes of both.
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If a king 8faithfully judges the poor, his throne will 9be established forever.
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10The rod and reproof give wisdom, but a child left to himself 11brings shame to his mother.
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When the wicked increase, transgression increases, but 12the righteous will look upon their downfall.
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13Discipline your son, and he will give you rest; he will give delight to your heart.