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11 The good influence of godly citizens causes a city to prosper, but the moral decay of the wicked drives it downhill.

12 To quarrel with a neighbor is foolish; a man with good sense holds his tongue.

13 A gossip goes around spreading rumors, while a trustworthy man tries to quiet them.

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

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

13 A gossip betrays a confidence,(E)
    but a trustworthy person keeps a secret.(F)

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