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Proverbs 12:9
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Better to be dishonored, yet have a servant, than to act important but have no food.
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7
The wicked are overthrown and perish, but the house of the righteous will stand.
8
A man is praised for his insight, but a twisted mind is despised.
9
Better to be dishonored, yet have a servant, than to act important but have no food.
10
A righteous man cares about his animal's health, but [even] the merciful acts of the wicked are cruel.
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The one who works his land will have plenty of food, but whoever chases fantasies lacks sense.
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Pr 11:24; 13:7
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