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Proverbs 29:6-8
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6 An evil man is (A)ensnared in his transgression,
    but a righteous man (B)sings and rejoices.
7 A righteous man (C)knows the rights of the poor;
    a wicked man does not (D)understand such knowledge.
8 (E)Scoffers set a city aflame,
    but the wise turn away wrath.

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6 Evildoers are snared by their own sin,(A)
    but the righteous shout for joy and are glad.

7 The righteous care about justice for the poor,(B)
    but the wicked have no such concern.

8 Mockers stir up a city,
    but the wise turn away anger.(C)

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