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The wicked flee when no one pursues, But the righteous are bold as a lion.
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Because of the transgression of a land, many are its princes; But by a man of understanding and knowledge Right will be prolonged.
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A poor man who oppresses the poor Is like a driving rain which leaves no food.
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Those who forsake the law praise the wicked, But such as keep the law contend with them.
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Evil men do not understand justice, But those who seek the Lord understand all.
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Better is the poor who walks in his integrity Than one perverse in his ways, though he be rich.
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Whoever keeps the law is a discerning son, But a companion of gluttons shames his father.
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One who increases his possessions by usury and extortion Gathers it for him who will pity the poor.
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One who turns away his ear from hearing the law, Even his prayer is an abomination.