The light of the righteous shines brightly,(A)
but the lamp of the wicked is put out.(B)

10 Arrogance leads to nothing but strife,(C)
but wisdom is gained by those who take advice.

11 Wealth obtained by fraud will dwindle,(D)
but whoever earns it through labor[a] will multiply it.(E)

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Footnotes

  1. 13:11 Lit whoever gathers upon his hand

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