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24 Whoever is a thief’s partner hates his own life.
He will not testify under oath.
25 A person’s fear sets a trap ⌞for him⌟,
but one who trusts the Lord is safe.
26 Many seek an audience with a ruler,
but justice for humanity comes from the Lord.

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24 The accomplices of thieves are their own enemies;
    they are put under oath and dare not testify.(A)

25 Fear(B) of man will prove to be a snare,
    but whoever trusts in the Lord(C) is kept safe.(D)

26 Many seek an audience with a ruler,(E)
    but it is from the Lord that one gets justice.(F)

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