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Proverbs 18:8-18
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The words of a gossip are swallowed greedily, and they go down into a person's innermost being.
9
Whoever is lazy in his work is related to a vandal.
10
The name of the LORD is a strong tower. A righteous person runs to it and is safe.
11
A rich person's wealth is his strong city and is like a high wall in his imagination.
12
Before destruction a person's heart is arrogant, but humility comes before honor.
13
Whoever gives an answer before he listens is stupid and shameful.
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A person's spirit can endure sickness, but who can bear a broken spirit?
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The mind of a person who has understanding acquires knowledge. The ears of wise people seek knowledge.
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A gift opens doors for the one who gives it and brings him into the presence of great people.
17
The first to state his case seems right [until] his neighbor comes to cross-examine him.
18
Flipping a coin ends quarrels and settles [issues] between powerful people.
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