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| 1[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 1A good reputation is more desirable than great wealth, and favorable acceptance more than silver and gold. |
| 2[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 2The rich and the poor have this in common— the LORD created both of them. |
| 3[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 3The prudent person sees trouble ahead and hides, but the naive continue on and suffer the consequences. |
| 4[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 4The reward of humility is the fear of the LORD, along with wealth, honor, and life. |
| 5[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 5Thorns and snares lie in the path of the perverse person, but whoever is cautious stays far away from them. |
| 6[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 6Train a child in the way appropriate for him, and when he becomes older, he will not turn from it. |
| 7[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 7The wealthy rule over the poor, and anyone who borrows is a slave to the lender. |
| 8[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 8Whoever sows wickedness reaps trouble, and the anger he uses for a weapon will be destroyed. |
| 9[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 9Whoever is generous will be blessed, for he shares his food with the poor. |
| 10[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 10Throw out the mocker and strife departs, too; furthermore, quarrels and discord will end. |
| 11[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 11Whoever loves purity and gracious speech will gain the king as his friend. |
| 12[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 12The LORD watches over anyone with knowledge, but he ruins the plans of the unfaithful. |
| 13[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 13The lazy person says, "There is a lion outside! I will be killed in the street!" |
| 14[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 14The mouth of an immoral woman is a deep pit; a man experiencing the LORD's wrath will fall into it. |
| 15[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 15A child's heart has a tendency to do wrong, but the rod of discipline removes it far away from him. |
| 16[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 16Whoever oppresses the poor to enrich himself and whoever gives gifts to the wealthy will yield only loss. |
| 17[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 17Pay attention and listen to the words of the wise, and apply your heart to my teaching, |
| 18[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 18for it is pleasant when you treasure them within you and have them ready on your lips. |
| 19[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 19As a result, your trust will be in the LORD, that's why I'm teaching you today, even you. |
| 20[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 20Have I not written for you 30 sayings containing counsel and knowledge, |
| 21[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 21to teach you true and reliable advice, so you can give truthful answers to those who sent you? |
| 22[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 22Don't rob the poor person because he is poor, and don't crush the helpless in court, |
| 23[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 23for the LORD will plead their case and ruin the lives of those who ruin them. |
| 24[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 24Don't make friends with a hot-tempered man, and do not associate with someone who is easily angered, |
| 25[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 25or you may learn his ways and find yourself caught in a trap. |
| 26[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 26Don't be one of those who make promises to guarantee loans for debts. |
| 27[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 27If you don't have the ability to pay, why should your very bed be taken from under you? |
| 28[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 28Don't remove an ancient boundary stone that was set up by your ancestors. |
| 29[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 29Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will work for kings, not unimportant people. |
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