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28 A lying tongue hates [a]those it crushes,
And a (A)flattering mouth works ruin.

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  1. Proverbs 26:28 Lit its crushed ones

28 A lying tongue hates its victims,
    and a flattering mouth causes ruin.

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16 A (A)leader who lacks discernment abounds in oppressions,
But he who hates greedy gain will prolong his days.

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16 A Commander-in-Chief[a] who is a cruel oppressor lacks understanding,
    but whoever hates unjust gain will live longer.[b]

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  1. Proverbs 28:16 Lit. Nagid; i.e. a senior officer entrusted with dual roles of operational oversight and administrative authority
  2. Proverbs 28:16 Lit. will lengthen his days

10 Men of (A)bloodshed hate the blameless,
But the upright seek the well-being of his soul.

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10 Bloodthirsty men hate the innocent person,
    but the upright show concern for his life.

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