Proverbs 14:34

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Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin condemns any people.

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The Lord had humbled Judah because of Ahaz king of Israel, for he had promoted wickedness in Judah and had been most unfaithful to the Lord.

and fruitful land into a salt waste, because of the wickedness of those who lived there.

Wisdom reposes in the heart of the discerning and even among fools she lets herself be known.

A king delights in a wise servant, but a shameful servant arouses his fury.

By justice a king gives a country stability, but those who are greedy for bribes tear it down.

When Ephraim spoke, people trembled; he was exalted in Israel. But he became guilty of Baal worship and died.