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The mean person’s means are mean —
he devises wicked devices
to ruin the poor and needy with lies,
even when their cause is just.
But the generous person devises generous things,
and his generosity will keep him standing.

You women who are so complacent, listen to me!
Overconfident women, pay attention to my words!

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Scoundrels use wicked methods,(A)
    they make up evil schemes(B)
to destroy the poor with lies,
    even when the plea of the needy(C) is just.(D)
But the noble make noble plans,
    and by noble deeds(E) they stand.(F)

The Women of Jerusalem

You women(G) who are so complacent,
    rise up and listen(H) to me;
you daughters who feel secure,(I)
    hear what I have to say!

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