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Do not despise a man when he is downcast, for there is one who casts down and who raises up.
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Do not join the company of sinners, remember that the wrath of God will not be delayed.
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Remain humble, because the godless are punished with fire and worms.
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In all your actions remember your last end and you will never sin.
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Do not offend the man who repents of his sins, remember that we are all deserving punishment.
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Do not abandon an old friend, for a new one has not the same value.
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Pride is odious to both God and man; injustice is abhorrent to both of them.
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Sovereignty passes from one nation to another because of injustice, violence and wealth.
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Wealth is good if there is no sin in it and poverty is evil when it is the reward for godlessness.
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Find out the facts before you speak; look after yourself before you become ill.
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Wine and women corrupt the best of men; whoever frequents prostitutes loses all sense of shame.
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A man's way of dressing reveals who he is, as does his manner of laughing and walking.
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Presents and gifts blind a wise man's eyes; like a muzzle they silence the conscientious.
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Whoever hates correction goes the way of sinners; he who fears the Lord turns to him in his heart.
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He who keeps the Law is in control of his thoughts; the fear of the Lord brings wisdom.
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Listening outside doors reveals a bad upbringing, the upright man would be ashamed of doing so.
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Mourning the dead lasts seven days, but it lasts a lifetime for the fool and godless man.
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The sinner will be caught in his own words, as happens to the proud man and to him who curses.
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Grudge and wrath, these also are abominations in which sinful people excel.
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Keep your word, remain faithful and you will find what you need on every occasion.
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The sinner refuses correction and excuses himself for doing what he wants.
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Do not seek advice from one who looks at you suspiciously; hide your plans from those who envy you.
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No one must say: "What is that? Why is it so?" for everything is created for a purpose.
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All bribery, all injustice will disappear but good faith will last forever.
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It is always good for friends and companions to meet, better still for husband and wife.
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The Lord has created all things and to the godly he has given wisdom.
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