28 When the wicked rise to power, people go into hiding;(A)
    but when the wicked perish, the righteous thrive.

29 Whoever remains stiff-necked(B) after many rebukes
    will suddenly be destroyed(C)—without remedy.(D)

When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice;(E)
    when the wicked rule,(F) the people groan.(G)

A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father,(H)
    but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.(I)

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