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A pretentious, showy life is an empty life; a plain and simple life is a full life.
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The rich can be sued for everything they have, but the poor are free of such threats.
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The lives of good people are brightly lit streets; the lives of the wicked are dark alleys.
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Arrogant know-it-alls stir up discord, but wise men and women listen to each other's counsel.
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Easy come, easy go, but steady diligence pays off.
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Unrelenting disappointment leaves you heartsick, but a sudden good break can turn life around.
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Ignore the Word and suffer; honor God's commands and grow rich.
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The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life, so, no more drinking from death-tainted wells!
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Sound thinking makes for gracious living, but liars walk a rough road.
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A commonsense person lives good sense; fools litter the country with silliness.
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Irresponsible talk makes a real mess of things, but a reliable reporter is a healing presence.