Proverbs 21:14-16

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¹⁴ If someone is angry with you, give him a gift secretly.
    A secret bribe will make him quiet, even if he is very angry.
¹⁵ When there is justice, righteous people are happy,
    but wicked people are afraid.
¹⁶ If someone decides to turn away from wisdom,
    he will soon be in his grave.