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Proverbs 29:2-4
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2 When the righteous become numerous, the people rejoice,
    but when the wicked dominate, the people moan.
3 A man who loves wisdom makes his father rejoice,
    but one who spends time with prostitutes destroys riches.
4 A king gives stability to the land by justice,
    but one who imposes heavy taxes tears it down.

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Proverbs 29:2-4
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2 When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice;(A)
    when the wicked rule,(B) the people groan.(C)

3 A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father,(D)
    but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.(E)

4 By justice a king gives a country stability,(F)
    but those who are greedy for[a] bribes tear it down.

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