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11 ¶ The rich man is wise in his own conceit, but the poor that has understanding is wiser than he.

12 ¶ When the righteous rejoice, there is great glory, but when the wicked rise, the sane man hides himself.

13 ¶ He that covers his sins shall not prosper, but whosoever confesses and forsakes them shall attain mercy.

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11 The rich are wise in their own eyes;
    one who is poor and discerning sees how deluded they are.

12 When the righteous triumph, there is great elation;(A)
    but when the wicked rise to power, people go into hiding.(B)

13 Whoever conceals their sins(C) does not prosper,
    but the one who confesses(D) and renounces them finds mercy.(E)

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