Proverbs 28:8-20
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8 He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, he shall gather it for him that will pity the poor.
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9 He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination.
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10 Whoso causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit: but the upright shall have good things in possession.
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11 The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.
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12 When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden.
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13 He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.
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14 Happy is the man that feareth alway: but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.
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15 As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.
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16 The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.
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17 A man that doeth violence to the blood of any person shall flee to the pit; let no man stay him.
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18 Whoso walketh uprightly shall be saved: but he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.
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19 He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough.
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20 A faithful man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent.