Proverbs 13:8-10

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⁸ The rich might have to pay a ransom to save their lives, but the poor never receive such threats.

⁹ The light of those who do right shines brighter and brighter, but the lamp of the wicked becomes darker and darker.^[a]

¹⁰ Pride causes arguments, but those who listen to others are wise.