Proverbs 15:26-28

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²⁶The thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the Lord,
    the words of the pure are pleasing to him.^[a]
²⁷He who is greedy for unjust gain makes trouble for his household,
    but he who hates bribes will live.
²⁸The mind of the righteous ponders how to answer,
    but the mouth of the wicked pours out evil things.

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Proverbs 15:26 Cn Compare Gk: Heb pleasant words are pure

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