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He never cheats or robs anyone and always returns anything taken as security for a loan; he gives food and clothes to the poor and doesn't charge interest when lending money. He refuses to do anything evil; he is fair to everyone (A) and faithfully obeys my laws and teachings. This man is good, and I promise he will live.

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He does not oppress(A) anyone,
    but returns what he took in pledge(B) for a loan.
He does not commit robbery(C)
    but gives his food to the hungry(D)
    and provides clothing for the naked.(E)
He does not lend to them at interest
    or take a profit from them.(F)
He withholds his hand from doing wrong
    and judges fairly(G) between two parties.
He follows my decrees(H)
    and faithfully keeps my laws.
That man is righteous;(I)
    he will surely live,(J)
declares the Sovereign Lord.

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