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POETS
28:9-24
God detests the prayers
of a person who ignores the law.
Those who lead good people along an evil path
will fall into their own trap,
but the honest will inherit good things.
Rich people may think they are wise,
but a poor person with discernment can see right through them.
When the godly succeed, everyone is glad.
When the wicked take charge, people go into hiding.
People who conceal their sins will not prosper,
but if they confess and turn from them, they will receive mercy.
Blessed are those who fear to do wrong,
but the stubborn are headed for serious trouble.
A wicked ruler is as dangerous to the poor
as a roaring lion or an attacking bear.
A ruler with no understanding will oppress his people,
but one who hates corruption will have a long life.
A murderer’s tormented conscience will drive him into the grave.
Don’t protect him!
The blameless will be rescued from harm,
but the crooked will be suddenly destroyed.
A hard worker has plenty of food,
but a person who chases fantasies ends up in poverty.
The trustworthy person will get a rich reward,
but a person who wants quick riches will get into trouble.
Showing partiality is never good,
yet some will do wrong for a mere piece of bread.
Greedy people try to get rich quick
but don’t realize they’re headed for poverty.
In the end, people appreciate honest criticism
far more than flattery.
Anyone who steals from his father and mother
and says, “What’s wrong with that?”
is no better than a murderer.
