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Proverbs 15:7-17
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Proverbs 15:7-17
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The lips of the wise spread knowledge; not so the hearts of fools.
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ADONAI detests the sacrifices of the wicked but delights in the prayers of the upright.
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ADONAI detests the way of the wicked but loves anyone who pursues righteousness.
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Discipline is severe for one who leaves the way, and whoever can't stand correction will die.
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Sh'ol and Abaddon lie open to ADONAI; so how much more people's hearts!
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A scorner does not like being corrected; he won't go to the wise [for advice].
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A glad heart makes a face happy, but heartache breaks the spirit.
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The mind of a person with discernment seeks knowledge, but the mouth of a fool feeds on folly.
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For the poor, every day is hard; but the good-hearted have a perpetual feast.
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Better little with the fear of ADONAI than great wealth coupled with worry.
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Better a vegetable dinner with love than a stall-fattened ox with hate.
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Complete Jewish Bible Copyright 1998 by David H. Stern. Published by Jewish New Testament Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.