10 When the righteous thrive, a city rejoices;(A)
when the wicked die, there is joyful shouting.(B)

11 A city is built up by the blessing of the upright,(C)
but it is torn down by the mouth of the wicked.(D)

12 Whoever shows contempt for his neighbor lacks sense,
but a person with understanding keeps silent.(E)

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10 When the righteous prosper, the city rejoices;(A)
    when the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy.(B)

11 Through the blessing of the upright a city is exalted,(C)
    but by the mouth of the wicked it is destroyed.(D)

12 Whoever derides their neighbor has no sense,(E)
    but the one who has understanding holds their tongue.(F)

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