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A fool is ungracious and abusive, and the gift of a grudging giver makes the eyes dim.
19
Before you speak, learn; and before you fall ill, take care of your health.
20
Before judgment comes, examine yourself; and at the time of scrutiny you will find forgiveness.
21
Before falling ill, humble yourself; and when you have sinned, repent.
22
Let nothing hinder you from paying a vow promptly, and do not wait until death to be released from it.
New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.