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22 ¶ Lying lips are abomination to the LORD: but the workers of the truth are his delight.

23 ¶ The sane man conceals his wisdom: but the heart of fools proclaims foolishness.

24 ¶ The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the negligent shall be under tribute.

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

23 The prudent keep their knowledge to themselves,(D)
    but a fool’s heart blurts out folly.(E)

24 Diligent hands will rule,
    but laziness ends in forced labor.(F)

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