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The words of the wicked are like a murderous ambush,
    but the words of the godly save lives.

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The words of the wicked are a deadly ambush,
    but the speech of the upright delivers them.(A)

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13 The wicked are trapped by their own words,
    but the godly escape such trouble.

14 Wise words bring many benefits,
    and hard work brings rewards.

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13 The evil are ensnared by the transgression of their lips,
    but the righteous escape from trouble.(A)
14 From the fruit of the mouth one is filled with good things,
    and manual labor has its reward.(B)

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18 Some people make cutting remarks,
    but the words of the wise bring healing.

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18 Rash words are like sword thrusts,
    but the tongue of the wise brings healing.(A)

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25 Worry weighs a person down;
    an encouraging word cheers a person up.

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25 Anxiety weighs down the human heart,
    but a good word cheers it up.(A)

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