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The teachings of a wise person are a fountain of life to turn [one] away from the grasp of death.
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Good sense brings favor, but the way of treacherous people is always the same.
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Any sensible person acts with knowledge, but a fool displays stupidity.
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An undependable messenger gets into trouble, but a dependable envoy brings healing.
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Poverty and shame come to a person who ignores discipline, but whoever pays attention to constructive criticism will be honored.
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A fulfilled desire is sweet to the soul, but turning from evil is disgusting to fools.
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Whoever walks with wise people will be wise, but whoever associates with fools will suffer.
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Disaster hunts down sinners, but righteous people are rewarded with good.
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Good people leave an inheritance to their grandchildren, but the wealth of sinners is stored away for a righteous person.
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When poor people are able to plow, there is much food, but a person is swept away where there is no justice.
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Whoever refuses to spank his son hates him, but whoever loves his son disciplines him from early on.