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11 By the blessing of the upright, the city is exalted,
    but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.
12 One who despises his neighbor is void of wisdom,
    but a man of understanding holds his peace.
13 One who brings gossip betrays a confidence,
    but one who is of a trustworthy spirit is one who keeps a secret.

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11 Through the blessing of the upright a city is exalted,(A)
    but by the mouth of the wicked it is destroyed.(B)

12 Whoever derides their neighbor has no sense,(C)
    but the one who has understanding holds their tongue.(D)

13 A gossip betrays a confidence,(E)
    but a trustworthy person keeps a secret.(F)

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11 By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted: but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.

12 He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace.

13 A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.

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