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23 A person’s arrogance will humble him,
but a humble spirit will attain honor.
24 The partner of a thief hates his own life.
He hears the oath,[a] but he does not reveal anything.
25 Being afraid of a man sets a trap,
but a person who trusts in the Lord will be secure.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 29:24 Or curse. He cannot testify for fear of reprisal or self-incrimination.

23 Pride brings a person low,(A)
    but the lowly in spirit gain honor.(B)

24 The accomplices of thieves are their own enemies;
    they are put under oath and dare not testify.(C)

25 Fear(D) of man will prove to be a snare,
    but whoever trusts in the Lord(E) is kept safe.(F)

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