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He stores away sound wisdom for the righteous [those who are in right standing with Him];
He is a shield to those who walk in integrity [those of honorable character and moral courage],

⁵ 
The righteousness of the blameless will smooth their way and keep it straight,
But the wicked will fall by his own wickedness.

²³ 
The desire of the righteous brings only good,
But the expectation of the wicked brings wrath.

²⁴ 
The hand of the diligent will rule,
But the negligent and lazy will be put to forced labor.

² 
From the fruit of his mouth a [wise] man enjoys good,
But the desire of the treacherous is for violence.

¹³ 
Whoever despises the word and counsel [of God] brings destruction upon himself,
But he who [reverently] fears and respects the commandment [of God] will be rewarded.

²² 
Without consultation and wise advice, plans are frustrated,
But with many counselors they are established and succeed.

^3 
[a]Commit your works to the Lord [submit and trust them to Him],
And your plans will succeed [if you respond to His will and guidance].