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Wealth created by a lying tongue
    is a vanishing mist and a deadly trap.[a]

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  1. 21:6 As in Greek version; Hebrew reads mist for those who seek death.

(A)Working for treasures by a lying tongue
Is a fleeting breath, by those who pursue (B)death.

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23 Watch your tongue and keep your mouth shut,
    and you will stay out of trouble.

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23 He who (A)keeps his mouth and his tongue,
Keeps his soul from troubles.

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