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27 He who is greedy for unjust gain troubles his own household, but he who hates bribes will live.(A)

28 The mind of the [uncompromisingly] righteous studies how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked pours out evil things.(B)

29 The Lord is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayer of the [consistently] righteous (the upright, in right standing with Him).

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