An evil person is caught by sin,(A)
but the righteous one sings and rejoices.(B)

The righteous person knows the rights[a] of the poor,(C)
but the wicked one does not understand these concerns.

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  1. 29:7 Lit justice

An evil man is caught by sin,(A)
but the righteous one sings and rejoices.(B)

The righteous person knows the rights[a] of the poor,(C)
but the wicked one does not understand these concerns.

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  1. Proverbs 29:7 Lit justice

10 Bloodthirsty men hate an honest person,(A)
but the upright care about him.[a]

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  1. 29:10 Or person, and seek the life of the upright

10 Bloodthirsty men hate an honest person,(A)
but the upright care about him.[a]

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  1. Proverbs 29:10 Or person, and seek the life of the upright

16 When the wicked increase, rebellion increases,
but the righteous will see their downfall.(A)

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16 When the wicked increase, rebellion increases,
but the righteous will see their downfall.(A)

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27 An unjust person is detestable to the righteous,
and one whose way is upright
is detestable to the wicked.(A)

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27 An unjust man is detestable to the righteous,
and one whose way is upright
is detestable to the wicked.(A)

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