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25 The Lord tears down the house of the proud
    but maintains the widow’s boundaries.(A)
26 Evil plans are an abomination to the Lord,
    but gracious words are pure.(B)
27 Those greedy for unjust gain make trouble for their households,
    but those who hate bribes will live.(C)

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25 The Lord tears down the house of the proud,(A)
    but he sets the widow’s boundary stones in place.(B)

26 The Lord detests the thoughts(C) of the wicked,(D)
    but gracious words are pure(E) in his sight.

27 The greedy bring ruin to their households,
    but the one who hates bribes will live.(F)

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