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Listen, and I will teach you what the wise have said. Study their teachings,
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and you will be glad if you remember them and can quote them.
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I want you to put your trust in the Lord; that is why I am going to tell them to you now.
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I have written down thirty sayings for you. They contain knowledge and good advice,
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and will teach you what the truth really is. Then when you are sent to find it out, you will bring back the right answer.
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Don't take advantage of the poor just because you can; don't take advantage of those who stand helpless in court.
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The Lord will argue their case for them and threaten the life of anyone who threatens theirs.
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Don't make friends with people who have hot, violent tempers.
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You might learn their habits and not be able to change.
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Don't promise to be responsible for someone else's debts.
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If you should be unable to pay, they will take away even your bed.