Proverbs 21:23-22:4 (Vespers, 2nd reading)
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- Whoever guards his mouth and tongue Keeps his soul from troubles.
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- A proud and haughty man – “Scoffer” is his name; He acts with arrogant pride.
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- The desire of the lazy man kills him, For his hands refuse to labor.
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- He covets greedily all day long, But the righteous gives and does not spare.
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- The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination; How much more when he brings it with wicked intent!
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- A false witness shall perish, But the man who hears him will speak endlessly.
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- A wicked man hardens his face, But as for the upright, he establishes his way.
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- There is no wisdom or understanding Or counsel against the Lord.
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- The horse is prepared for the day of battle, But deliverance is of the Lord.
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- A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, Loving favor rather than silver and gold.
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- The rich and the poor have this in common, The Lord is the maker of them all.
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- A prudent man foresees evil and hides himself, But the simple pass on and are punished.
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- By humility and the fear of the Lord Are riches and honor and life.