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Chapter 29

One who remains stubborn despite frequent reproof
    will suddenly be crushed beyond hope of repair.
When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice,
    but they groan when the wicked ascend to power.

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29 Whoever remains stiff-necked(A) after many rebukes
    will suddenly be destroyed(B)—without remedy.(C)

When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice;(D)
    when the wicked rule,(E) the people groan.(F)

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