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He who has pity on the poor lends to the Lord, And He will pay back what he has given.
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Chasten your son while there is hope, And do not set your heart on his destruction.
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A man of great wrath will suffer punishment; For if you rescue him, you will have to do it again.
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Listen to counsel and receive instruction, That you may be wise in your latter days.
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There are many plans in a man's heart, Nevertheless the Lord's counsel--that will stand.
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What is desired in a man is kindness, And a poor man is better than a liar.
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The fear of the Lord leads to life, And he who has it will abide in satisfaction; He will not be visited with evil.
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A lazy man buries his hand in the bowl, And will not so much as bring it to his mouth again.
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Strike a scoffer, and the simple will become wary; Rebuke one who has understanding, and he will discern knowledge.
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He who mistreats his father and chases away his mother Is a son who causes shame and brings reproach.
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Cease listening to instruction, my son, And you will stray from the words of knowledge.