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Whoever fears the Lord will do these things, and whoever has a firm hold on the Law will possess Wisdom.
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She will come to meet them like a mother, and she will await them like a young bride.
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She will feed them bread of understanding, and will give them water of wisdom to drink.
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They will be supported by her and not be undermined; they will be intent upon her and will never be put to shame.
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She will raise them above their neighbors, and allow them to speak in the midst of the assembly.
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They will inherit gladness, a crown of rejoicing, and an eternal name.
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People who lack sense will never receive her, and sinners will never see her.
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She keeps far away from the arrogant, and liars will never remember her.
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Praise isn't proper in the mouth of sinners because it hasn't been assigned by the Lord.
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Praise must be spoken in wisdom, and the Lord will cause it to prosper.