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One who leads the upright astray in an evil way Will himself fall into his own pit, But the blameless will inherit good.

The rich person is wise in his own eyes, But the poor who has understanding sees through him.

One who conceals his wrongdoings will not prosper, But one who confesses and abandons them will find compassion.

How blessed is the person who fears always, But one who hardens his heart will fall into disaster.

A leader who is a great oppressor lacks understanding, But a person who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.

One who works his land will have plenty of food, But one who follows empty pursuits will have plenty of poverty.

He who robs his father or his mother And says, "There is no wrong done," Is the companion of a person who destroys.

One who trusts in his own heart is a fool, But one who walks wisely will flee to safety.

One who gives to the poor will never lack anything, But one who shuts his eyes will have many curses.

A man who loves wisdom makes his father glad, But he who involves himself with prostitutes wastes his wealth.

A man who flatters his neighbor Is spreading a net for his steps.

People of bloodshed hate the blameless person, But the upright are concerned for his life.

A fool always loses his temper, But a wise person holds it back.

If a ruler pays attention to falsehood, All his ministers become wicked.

If a king judges the poor with truth, His throne will be established forever.

The rod and a rebuke give wisdom, But a child who gets his own way brings shame to his mother.

Do you see a person who is hasty with his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.

One who pampers his slave from childhood Will in the end find him to be rebellious.

One who is a partner with a thief hates his own life; He hears the oath but tells nothing.

Who has ascended into heaven and descended? Who has gathered the wind in His fists? Who has wrapped the waters in His garment? Who has established all the ends of the earth? What is His name or His Son's name? Surely you know!