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Proverbs 28:5

Evil people do not understand justice, But those who seek the LORD understand everything.

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Proverbs 28:6

Better is a poor person who walks in his integrity, Than a person who is crooked, though he is rich.

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Proverbs 28:7

He who keeps the Law is a discerning son, But he who is a companion of gluttons humiliates his father.

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Proverbs 28:8

One who increases his wealth by interest of any kind, Collects it for one who is gracious to the poor.

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Proverbs 28:9

One who turns his ear away from listening to the Law, Even his prayer is an abomination.

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Proverbs 28:10

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

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Proverbs 28:11

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

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Proverbs 28:12

When the righteous triumph, there is great glory, But when the wicked rise, people hide themselves.

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Proverbs 28:13

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

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Proverbs 28:14

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

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Proverbs 28:15

Like a roaring lion and a rushing bear Is a wicked ruler over a poor people.

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Proverbs 28:16

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

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Proverbs 28:17

A person who is burdened with the guilt of human blood Will be a fugitive until death; no one is to support him!

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Proverbs 28:18

One who walks blamelessly will receive help, But one who is crooked will fall all at once.

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Proverbs 28:19

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

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Proverbs 28:20

A faithful person will abound with blessings, But one who hurries to be rich will not go unpunished.

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