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Because of a stubborn fool’s words a whip is lifted against him,
    but wise people are protected by their speech.

Where there are no cattle, the feeding trough is empty,
    but the strength of an ox produces plentiful harvests.
A trustworthy witness does not lie,
    but a dishonest witness breathes lies.

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A fool’s mouth lashes out with pride,(A)
    but the lips of the wise protect them.(B)

Where there are no oxen, the manger is empty,
    but from the strength of an ox(C) come abundant harvests.

An honest witness does not deceive,
    but a false witness pours out lies.(D)

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