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Better is a dry morsel with quietness, Than a house full of feasting with strife.
2
A servant who deals wisely will rule over a son who causes shame, And shall have a part in the inheritance among the brothers.
3
The refining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold, But Yahweh tests the hearts.
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An evil-doer gives heed to wicked lips. A liar gives ear to a mischievous tongue.
5
Whoever mocks the poor reproaches his Maker. He who is glad at calamity shall not be unpunished.
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Children's children are the crown of old men; The glory of children are their parents.
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Arrogant speech isn't fitting for a fool, Much less do lying lips fit a prince.
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A bribe is a precious stone in the eyes of him who gives it; Wherever he turns, he prospers.
9
He who covers an offense promotes love; But he who repeats a matter separates best friends.
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A rebuke enters deeper into one who has understanding Than a hundred lashes into a fool.