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The wicked run away when no one is chasing them, but the godly are as bold as lions. |
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When there is moral rot within a nation, its government topples easily. But wise and knowledgeable leaders bring stability. |
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A poor person who oppresses the poor is like a pounding rain that destroys the crops. |
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To reject the law is to praise the wicked; to obey the law is to fight them. |
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Evil people don't understand justice, but those who follow the LORD understand completely. |
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Better to be poor and honest than to be dishonest and rich. |
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Young people who obey the law are wise; those with wild friends bring shame to their parents. |
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Income from charging high interest rates will end up in the pocket of someone who is kind to the poor. |
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God detests the prayers of a person who ignores the law. |
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Those who lead good people along an evil path will fall into their own trap, but the honest will inherit good things. |
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Rich people may think they are wise, but a poor person with discernment can see right through them. |
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When the godly succeed, everyone is glad. When the wicked take charge, people go into hiding. |
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People who conceal their sins will not prosper, but if they confess and turn from them, they will receive mercy. |
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Blessed are those who fear to do wrong, but the stubborn are headed for serious trouble. |
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A wicked ruler is as dangerous to the poor as a roaring lion or an attacking bear. |
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A ruler with no understanding will oppress his people, but one who hates corruption will have a long life. |
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A murderer's tormented conscience will drive him into the grave. Don't protect him! |
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The blameless will be rescued from harm, but the crooked will be suddenly destroyed. |
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A hard worker has plenty of food, but a person who chases fantasies ends up in poverty. |
20
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The trustworthy person will get a rich reward, but a person who wants quick riches will get into trouble. |
21
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Showing partiality is never good, yet some will do wrong for a mere piece of bread. |
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Greedy people try to get rich quick but don't realize they're headed for poverty. |
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In the end, people appreciate honest criticism far more than flattery. |
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Anyone who steals from his father and mother and says, "What's wrong with that?" is no better than a murderer. |
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Greed causes fighting; trusting the LORD leads to prosperity. |
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Those who trust their own insight are foolish, but anyone who walks in wisdom is safe. |
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Whoever gives to the poor will lack nothing, but those who close their eyes to poverty will be cursed. |
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When the wicked take charge, people go into hiding. When the wicked meet disaster, the godly flourish. |
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