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Blessings cover the head of a righteous person,
but violence covers the mouths of wicked people.

The name of a righteous person remains blessed,
but the names of wicked people will rot away.

Proverbs Concerning the Mouth

The one who is truly wise accepts commands,
but the one who talks foolishly will be thrown down headfirst.

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