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26 Evil plans are an abomination to the Lord,
    but gracious words are pure.(A)
27 Those greedy for unjust gain make trouble for their households,
    but those who hate bribes will live.(B)
28 The mind of the righteous ponders how to answer,
    but the mouth of the wicked pours out evil.(C)

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26 The Lord detests the thoughts(A) of the wicked,(B)
    but gracious words are pure(C) in his sight.

27 The greedy bring ruin to their households,
    but the one who hates bribes will live.(D)

28 The heart of the righteous weighs its answers,(E)
    but the mouth of the wicked gushes evil.(F)

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