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23 A person’s pride will bring about his downfall,
    but the humble in spirit will gain honor.

24 A thief’s accomplice hates himself;
    though testifying under oath,[a] he reveals nothing.

25 Fearing any human being is a trap,
    but confiding in the Lord keeps anyone safe.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 29:24 Lit. though he hears the oath

23 Pride brings a person low,(A)
    but the lowly in spirit gain honor.(B)

24 The accomplices of thieves are their own enemies;
    they are put under oath and dare not testify.(C)

25 Fear(D) of man will prove to be a snare,
    but whoever trusts in the Lord(E) is kept safe.(F)

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