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When I am silent, they will wait for me to speak, and when I speak, they will pay attention. Even when I speak at length, they will listen with concentration.
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I thought to myself, "Because of her I will be honored wherever people come together. The old men will respect me, even though I am young.
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They will find that my opinions show deep insight, and those in power will admire me.
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When I am silent, they will wait for me to speak, and when I speak, they will pay attention. Even when I speak at length, they will listen with concentration.
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Because of Wisdom I will gain immortality; I will live forever in the memory of those who come after me.