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29 A wicked person puts on a bold front,
but an upright person gives thought to[a] his way.
30 There is no wisdom, no cleverness, and no advice
    that can stand up against the Lord.
31 A horse is made ready for a day of battle,
but the victory belongs to the Lord.

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  1. Proverbs 21:29 The translation follows an alternate Hebrew reading. The main Hebrew reading is establishes.

29 The wicked put up a bold front,
    but the upright give thought to their ways.(A)

30 There is no wisdom,(B) no insight, no plan
    that can succeed against the Lord.(C)

31 The horse is made ready for the day of battle,
    but victory rests with the Lord.(D)

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