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12 The wicked covet the proceeds of wickedness,[a]
    but the root of the righteous bears fruit.
13 The evil are ensnared by the transgression of their lips,
    but the righteous escape from trouble.(A)

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  1. 12.12 Or covet the catch of the wicked

12 The wicked desires what evil people gain,
    but the foundation[a] of the righteous is productive.
13 An evil man’s sinful speech ensnares him,
    but the righteous person escapes from trouble.

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  1. Proverbs 12:12 Or root