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The work of the just is unto life: but the fruit of the wicked unto sin.

The way of life, to him that observeth correction: but he that forsaketh reproofs, goeth astray.

In the multitude of words there shall not want sin: but he that refraineth his lips, is most wise.

The tongue of the just is as choice silver: but the heart of the wicked is nothing worth.

The lips of the just teach many: but they that are ignorant, shall die in the want of understanding.

A fool worketh mischief as it were for sport: but wisdom is prudence to a man.

As a tempest that passeth, so the wicked shall be no more: but the just is as an everlasting foundation.

The expectation of the just is joy: but the hope of the wicked shall perish.

The just shall never be moved: but the wicked shall not dwell on the earth.

Where pride is, there also shall be reproach: but where humility is, there also is wisdom.

Riches shall not profit in the day of revenge: but justice shall deliver from death.

The dissembler with his mouth deceiveth his friend: but the just shall be delivered by knowledge.

He that despiseth his friend, is mean of heart: but the wise man will hold his peace.

He that walketh deceitfully, revealeth secrets: but he that is faithful, concealeth the thing committed to him by his friend.

Where there is no governor, the people shall fall: but there is safety where there is much counsel.

He shall be afflicted with evil, that is surety for a stranger: but he that is aware of snares, shall be secure.

A merciful man doth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel casteth off even his own kindred.

The wicked maketh an unsteady work: but to him that soweth justice, there is a faithful reward.

Hand in hand the evil man shall not be innocent: but the seed of the just shall be saved.

He that hideth up corn, shall be cursed among the people: but a blessing upon the head of them that sell.