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She calls to the crowds along the main street, to those gathered in front of the city gate:
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“How long, you simpletons, will you insist on being simpleminded? How long will you mockers relish your mocking? How long will you fools hate knowledge?
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Come and listen to my counsel. I’ll share my heart with you and make you wise.
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“I called you so often, but you wouldn’t come. I reached out to you, but you paid no attention.
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You ignored my advice and rejected the correction I offered.