1
The king establishes (stabilizes) the land by justice, But a man who takes bribes overthrows it.
2
A man who flatters his neighbor [with smooth words intending to do harm] Is spreading a net for his own feet.
3
By his wicked plan an evil man is trapped, But the righteous man sings and rejoices [for his plan brings good things to him].
4
The righteous man cares for the rights of the poor, But the wicked man has no interest in such knowledge.
5
Scoffers set a city afire [by stirring up trouble], But wise men turn away anger [and restore order with their good judgment].
6
If a wise man has a controversy with a foolish and arrogant man, The foolish man [ignores logic and fairness and] only rages or laughs, and there is no peace (rest, agreement).
7
The bloodthirsty hate the blameless [because of his integrity], But the upright are concerned for his life.
8
A [shortsighted] fool always loses his temper and displays his anger, But a wise man [uses self-control and] holds it back.
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1
The king establishes (stabilizes) the land by justice, But a man who takes bribes overthrows it.
2
A man who flatters his neighbor [with smooth words intending to do harm] Is spreading a net for his own feet.
3
By his wicked plan an evil man is trapped, But the righteous man sings and rejoices [for his plan brings good things to him].
4
The righteous man cares for the rights of the poor, But the wicked man has no interest in such knowledge.
5
Scoffers set a city afire [by stirring up trouble], But wise men turn away anger [and restore order with their good judgment].
6
If a wise man has a controversy with a foolish and arrogant man, The foolish man [ignores logic and fairness and] only rages or laughs, and there is no peace (rest, agreement).
7
The bloodthirsty hate the blameless [because of his integrity], But the upright are concerned for his life.
8
A [shortsighted] fool always loses his temper and displays his anger, But a wise man [uses self-control and] holds it back.
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