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Proverbs 17:14-15
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14 The beginning of strife is like letting out water,
    so (A)quit before the quarrel breaks out.
15 He who (B)justifies the wicked and he who (C)condemns the righteous
    are both alike an abomination to the Lord.

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Proverbs 17:14-15
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14 Starting a quarrel is like breaching a dam;
    so drop the matter before a dispute breaks out.(A)

15 Acquitting the guilty and condemning the innocent(B)—
    the Lord detests them both.(C)

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