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13 An evil person is trapped by his own sinful talk,
    but a righteous person escapes from trouble.
14 One person enjoys good things as a result of his speaking ability.
    Another is paid according to what his hands have accomplished.

15 A stubborn fool considers his own way the right one,
    but a person who listens to advice is wise.

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13 Evildoers are trapped by their sinful talk,(A)
    and so the innocent escape trouble.(B)

14 From the fruit of their lips people are filled with good things,(C)
    and the work of their hands brings them reward.(D)

15 The way of fools seems right to them,(E)
    but the wise listen to advice.(F)

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