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20 Deceit is in the heart of those who plot evil,
    but those who counsel peace have joy.
21 No harm befalls the just,
    but the wicked are overwhelmed with misfortune.
22 Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord,(A)
    but those who are truthful, his delight.

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20 Deceit is in the hearts of those who plot evil,
    but those who promote peace have joy.(A)

21 No harm overtakes the righteous,(B)
    but the wicked have their fill of trouble.

22 The Lord detests lying lips,(C)
    but he delights(D) in people who are trustworthy.(E)

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