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A talebearer reveals secrets, But he who is of a faithful spirit conceals a matter.
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Where there is no counsel, the people fall; But in the multitude of counselors there is safety.
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He who is surety for a stranger will suffer, But one who hates being surety is secure.
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A gracious woman retains honor, But ruthless men retain riches.
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The merciful man does good for his own soul, But he who is cruel troubles his own flesh.
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The wicked man does deceptive work, But he who sows righteousness will have a sure reward.
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As righteousness leads to life, So he who pursues evil pursues it to his own death.
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Those who are of a perverse heart are an abomination to the Lord, But the blameless in their ways are His delight.
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Though they join forces, the wicked will not go unpunished; But the posterity of the righteous will be delivered.
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As a ring of gold in a swine's snout, So is a lovely woman who lacks discretion.
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The desire of the righteous is only good, But the expectation of the wicked is wrath.