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Proverbs 21:21-23
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21 He who earnestly seeks after and craves righteousness, mercy, and loving-kindness will find life in addition to righteousness (uprightness and right standing with God) and honor.(A)

22 A wise man scales the city walls of the mighty and brings down the stronghold in which they trust.

23 He who guards his mouth and his tongue keeps himself from troubles.(B)

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Proverbs 21:21-23
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21 Whoever pursues righteousness and love
    finds life, prosperity[a](A) and honor.(B)

22 One who is wise can go up against the city of the mighty(C)
    and pull down the stronghold in which they trust.

23 Those who guard their mouths(D) and their tongues
    keep themselves from calamity.(E)

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  1. Proverbs 21:21 Or righteousness
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