25 The fear of mankind is a snare,(A)
but the one who trusts in the Lord is protected.[a](B)

26 Many desire a ruler’s favor,(C)
but a person receives justice from the Lord.(D)

27 An unjust person is detestable to the righteous,
and one whose way is upright
is detestable to the wicked.(E)

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Footnotes

  1. 29:25 Lit raised high

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

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

27 The righteous detest the dishonest;
    the wicked detest the upright.(F)

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