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Proverbs 18:7-17
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Proverbs 18:7-17
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The mouths of fools are their ruin, and their lips a snare to themselves.
8
The words of a whisperer are like delicious morsels; they go down into the inner parts of the body.
9
One who is slack in work is close kin to a vandal.
10
The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run into it and are safe.
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The wealth of the rich is their strong city; in their imagination it is like a high wall.
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Before destruction one's heart is haughty, but humility goes before honor.
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If one gives answer before hearing, it is folly and shame.
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The human spirit will endure sickness; but a broken spirit—who can bear?
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An intelligent mind acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.
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A gift opens doors; it gives access to the great.
17
The one who first states a case seems right, until the other comes and cross-examines.
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