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Proverbs 12:22-24
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22 Lying lips are detestable to the Lord,(A)
but faithful people are his delight.(B)

23 A shrewd person conceals knowledge,
but a foolish heart publicizes stupidity.(C)

24 The diligent hand will rule,
but laziness will lead to forced labor.(D)

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Proverbs 12:22-24
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22 The Lord detests lying lips,(A)
    but he delights(B) in people who are trustworthy.(C)

23 The prudent keep their knowledge to themselves,(D)
    but a fool’s heart blurts out folly.(E)

24 Diligent hands will rule,
    but laziness ends in forced labor.(F)

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Proverbs 12:22-24
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22 Lying lips are abomination to the Lord: but they that deal truly are his delight.

23 A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.

24 The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute.

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