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Proverbs 27:23-27

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23 Be thou diligent to know the state of thy flocks, and look well to thy herds.
23 Be sure you know the condition of your flocks, give careful attention to your herds;
24 For riches are not for ever: and doth the crown endure to every generation?
24 for riches do not endure forever, and a crown is not secure for all generations.
25 The hay appeareth, and the tender grass sheweth itself, and herbs of the mountains are gathered.
25 When the hay is removed and new growth appears and the grass from the hills is gathered in,
26 The lambs are for thy clothing, and the goats are the price of the field.
26 the lambs will provide you with clothing, and the goats with the price of a field.
27 And thou shalt have goats' milk enough for thy food, for the food of thy household, and for the maintenance for thy maidens.
27 You will have plenty of goats’ milk to feed your family and to nourish your female servants.
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