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Proverbs 12:21-28 Good News Bible Catholic Edition (GNBDK)

21. Nothing bad happens to righteous people, but the wicked have nothing but trouble.

22. The Lord hates liars, but is pleased with those who keep their word.

23. Sensible people keep quiet about what they know, but stupid people advertise their ignorance.

24. Hard work will give you power; being lazy will make you a slave.

25. Worry can rob you of happiness, but kind words will cheer you up.

26. The righteous person is a guide to his friend, but the path of the wicked leads them astray.

27. If you are lazy, you will never get what you are after, but if you work hard, you will get a fortune.

28. Righteousness is the road to life; wickedness is the road to death.

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