11 The rich man is (A)wise in his own eyes,
But the poor who has understanding [a]sees through him.
12 When the (B)righteous triumph, there is great glory,
But (C)when the wicked rise, men [b]hide themselves.
13 He who (D)conceals his transgressions will not prosper,
But he who (E)confesses and forsakes them will find compassion.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 28:11 Lit examines him
  2. Proverbs 28:12 Lit will be searched for

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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