32 The wicked is (A)thrust down by his [a]wrongdoing,
But the (B)righteous has a refuge when he dies.
33 Wisdom rests in the heart of one who has understanding,
But in the [b]hearts of fools it is made known.
34 Righteousness exalts a nation,
But sin is a disgrace to any people.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 14:32 Or calamity
  2. Proverbs 14:33 Lit inward part