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24 With his lips a person hides his hatred,
but he hides deceit inside.

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28 A lying tongue hates those it crushes,
and a smooth mouth causes ruin.

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13 A person who conceals his sins will not prosper,
but one who confesses and abandons them will receive mercy.

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Every word of God has been refined.
He is a shield to those who take refuge in him.
Do not add to his words.
If you do, he will correct you,
and you will be shown to be a liar.

Two things I have asked from you.
Do not keep them from me before I die:
Keep worthless speech and lies far from me.
Do not give me poverty or riches.
Give me food in the amount that is right for me.

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