14 A (A)gift in secret subdues anger,
And a bribe [a]in an inside pocket, strong wrath.
15 The exercise of justice is joy for the righteous,
But (B)terror to those who practice injustice.
16 A person who wanders from the way of understanding
Will (C)rest in the assembly of the [b]dead.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 21:14 Lit a fold in a robe; i.e., secretly
  2. Proverbs 21:16 Lit departed spirits

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