Proverbs 21:25-31

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²⁵ The desire of ^(A)the sluggard kills him,
    for his hands refuse to labor.
²⁶ All day long he craves and craves,
    but the righteous ^(B)gives and does not hold back.
^27 (C)The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination;
    how much more ^(D)when he brings it with evil intent.
^28 (E)A false witness will perish,
    but the word of a man who hears will endure.
²⁹ A wicked man puts on a bold face,
    but the upright ^(F)gives thought to^[a] his ways.
^30 (G)No wisdom, no understanding, no counsel
    can avail against the Lord.
^31 (H)The horse is made ready for the day of battle,
    but ^(I)the victory belongs to the Lord.