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The way of a fool seems right to him,
but a wise man listens to advice.
A fool shoes his annoyance at once,
but a prudent man overlooks an insult.
A truthful witness gives honest testimony,
but a false witness tells lies.
Reckless words pierce like a sword,
but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
Truthful lips endure forever,
but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.
There is deceit in the hearts of those who plot evil,
but joy for those who promote peace.
No harm befalls the righteous,
but the wicked have their fill of trouble.
Annons