28 A lying tongue hates [a]those it crushes,And a (A)flattering mouth works ruin.
28 A lying tongue hates its victims, and a flattering mouth works ruin.
16 A (A)leader who is a great oppressor lacks understanding,But a person who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.
16 A ruler who (A)lacks understanding is a cruel oppressor, but he who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.
10 People of (A)bloodshed hate the blameless person,But the upright [a]are concerned for his life.
10 Bloodthirsty men (A)hate one who is blameless and seek the life of the upright.[a]
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