13 One who (A)shuts his ear to the outcry of the poor
Will also call out himself, and not be (B)answered.
14 A (C)gift in secret subdues anger,
And a bribe [a]in an inside pocket, strong wrath.
15 The exercise of justice is joy for the righteous,
But (D)terror to those who practice injustice.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 21:14 Lit a fold in a robe; i.e., secretly

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