Proverbs 25:26-28

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²⁶ Like a muddied spring or a polluted fountain
    are the righteous who give way before the wicked.^(A)
27 It is not good to eat much honey
    or to seek honor on top of honor.^(B)
28 Like a city breached, without walls,
    is one who lacks self-control.^(C)