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Observe the right time, and beware of evil; and do not bring shame on yourself.
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For there is a shame which brings sin, and there is a shame which is glory and favor.
22
Do not show partiality, to your own harm, or deference, to your downfall.
23
Do not refrain from speaking at the crucial time, and do not hide your wisdom.
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For wisdom is known through speech, and education through the words of the tongue.
Revised Standard Version of the Bible, copyright 1952 [2nd edition, 1971] by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.