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11 The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life,
    but the mouth of the wicked is filled with violence.
12 Hatred stirs up strife,
    but love overlooks all offenses.
13 Wisdom is found on the lips of one who has understanding,
    but a rod is in store for the back of a fool.

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11 The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life,(A)
    but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.(B)

12 Hatred stirs up conflict,
    but love covers over all wrongs.(C)

13 Wisdom is found on the lips of the discerning,(D)
    but a rod is for the back of one who has no sense.(E)

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