Proverbs 29:6

By transgression an evil man is snared, But the righteous sings and rejoices.

Surrounding context

29:5 A man who flatters his neighbor Spreads a net for his feet.

29:6 By transgression an evil man is snared, But the righteous sings and rejoices.

29:7 The righteous considers the cause of the poor, But the wicked does not understand such knowledge.

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