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Proverbs 21:21-23
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition

21 He who pursues righteousness and kindness
    will find life[a] and honor.
22 A wise man scales the city of the mighty
    and brings down the stronghold in which they trust.
23 He who keeps his mouth and his tongue
    keeps himself out of trouble.

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  1. Proverbs 21:21 Gk: Heb life and righteousness
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Proverbs 21:21-23
New International Version

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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