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Evil men do not understand justice, but those who seek the LORD understand it fully.

He who keeps the law is a discerning son, but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father.

He who leads the upright along an evil path will fall into his own trap, but the blameless will receive a good inheritance.

A rich man may be wise in his own eyes, but a poor man who has discernment sees through him.

When the righteous triumph, there is great elation; but when the wicked rise to power, men go into hiding.

He who conceals his sins does not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.

Blessed is the man who always fears the LORD , but he who hardens his heart falls into trouble.

A tyrannical ruler lacks judgment, but he who hates ill-gotten gain will enjoy a long life.

He whose walk is blameless is kept safe, but he whose ways are perverse will suddenly fall.

He who works his land will have abundant food, but the one who chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.

A faithful man will be richly blessed, but one eager to get rich will not go unpunished.

A greedy man stirs up dissension, but he who trusts in the LORD will prosper.

He who trusts in himself is a fool, but he who walks in wisdom is kept safe.

He who gives to the poor will lack nothing, but he who closes his eyes to them receives many curses.

When the wicked rise to power, people go into hiding; but when the wicked perish, the righteous thrive.

A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

By justice a king gives a country stability, but one who is greedy for bribes tears it down.

An evil man is snared by his own sin, but a righteous one can sing and be glad.

The righteous care about justice for the poor, but the wicked have no such concern.

Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.