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25 He who is of a greedy spirit stirs up strife, but he who puts his trust in the Lord shall be enriched and blessed.

26 He who leans on, trusts in, and is confident of his own mind and heart is a [self-confident] fool, but he who walks in skillful and godly Wisdom shall be delivered.(A)

27 He who gives to the poor will not want, but he who hides his eyes [from their want] will have many a curse.(B)

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25 The greedy stir up conflict,(A)
    but those who trust in the Lord(B) will prosper.

26 Those who trust in themselves are fools,(C)
    but those who walk in wisdom are kept safe.(D)

27 Those who give to the poor will lack nothing,(E)
    but those who close their eyes to them receive many curses.(F)

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