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The conduct[a] of a guilty man is perverse,
    but the behavior of the pure is upright.

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  1. Proverbs 21:8 Lit. way

12 The righteous God[a] considers the house of the wicked,
    bringing the wicked to ruin.

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  1. Proverbs 21:12 The Heb. lacks God

15 Administering justice brings joy to the righteous,
    but terror to those who practice iniquity.

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18 The wicked are ransom for the righteous,
    and the unfaithful for the upright.

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21 Whoever pursues righteousness and gracious love
    finds life, righteousness, and honor.

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29 The wicked man puts up a bold appearance,
    but the upright thinks about what he is doing.[a]

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  1. Proverbs 21:29 Lit. about his ways