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Wealth makes many friends,
    but the poor is separated from his neighbor.

A false witness will not be unpunished,
    and he who speaks lies will not escape.

Many will entreat the favor of the prince,
    and every man is a friend to him who gives gifts.

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Wealth attracts many friends,
    but even the closest friend of the poor person deserts them.(A)

A false witness(B) will not go unpunished,(C)
    and whoever pours out lies will not go free.(D)

Many curry favor with a ruler,(E)
    and everyone is the friend of one who gives gifts.(F)

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