16 A gracious woman gains honor,but violent[a] men gain only riches.
17 A kind man benefits himself,(A)but a cruel man brings disaster on himself.(B)
10 A righteous man cares about his animal’s health,(A)but even the merciful acts of the wicked are cruel.
25 Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs it down,but a good word cheers it up.(A)
10 A wicked person desires evil;he has no consideration[a] for his neighbor.(A)
13 The one who conceals his sinswill not prosper,(A)but whoever confesses and renounces themwill find mercy.(B)
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