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Whoever gives thought to the word1will discover good, and blessed is he 2who trusts in the LORD.
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The wise of heart is called discerning, and sweetness of speech 3increases persuasiveness.
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Good sense is 4a fountain of life to him who has it, but the instruction of fools is folly.
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5The heart of the wise makes his speech judicious and adds persuasiveness to his lips.
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6Gracious words are like 7a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and 8health to the body.
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There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death.
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A worker's appetite works for him; his 9mouth urges him on.
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10A worthless man plots evil, and his speech is like 11a scorching fire.
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12A dishonest man spreads strife, and 13a whisperer 14separates close friends.
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A man of violence 15entices his neighbor and leads him in a way that is not good.
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Whoever winks his eyes plans16dishonest things; he who 17purses his lips brings evil to pass.