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13 He who conceals his sins will not succeed;
    he who confesses and abandons them will gain mercy.

14 Happy the person who is never without fear,
    but he who hardens his heart will fall into misfortune.

15 Like a roaring lion or a bear prowling for food
    is a wicked ruler over a poor people.

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13 Whoever conceals their sins(A) does not prosper,
    but the one who confesses(B) and renounces them finds mercy.(C)

14 Blessed is the one who always trembles before God,
    but whoever hardens their heart falls into trouble.

15 Like a roaring lion or a charging bear
    is a wicked ruler over a helpless people.

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