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14 If a king steadfastly gives justice to the poor,
    his throne will be secure forever.

15 The rod and rebuke give wisdom,
    but a child left to himself brings shame on his mother.

16 When the wicked flourish, wrongdoing flourishes;
    but the righteous will witness their downfall.

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14 If a king judges the poor with fairness,
    his throne will be established forever.(A)

15 A rod and a reprimand impart wisdom,
    but a child left undisciplined disgraces its mother.(B)

16 When the wicked thrive, so does sin,
    but the righteous will see their downfall.(C)

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