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To learn, you must love discipline; it is stupid to hate correction.
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The LORD approves of those who are good, but he condemns those who plan wickedness.
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Wickedness never brings stability, but the godly have deep roots.
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A worthy wife is a crown for her husband, but a disgraceful woman is like cancer in his bones.
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The plans of the godly are just; the advice of the wicked is treacherous.
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The words of the wicked are like a murderous ambush, but the words of the godly save lives.
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The wicked die and disappear, but the family of the godly stands firm.
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A sensible person wins admiration, but a warped mind is despised.
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Better to be an ordinary person with a servant than to be self-important but have no food.
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The godly care for their animals, but the wicked are always cruel.
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A hard worker has plenty of food, but a person who chases fantasies has no sense.
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Thieves are jealous of each other's loot, but the godly are well rooted and bear their own fruit.
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The wicked are trapped by their own words, but the godly escape such trouble.
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Wise words bring many benefits, and hard work brings rewards.
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Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to others.
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A fool is quick-tempered, but a wise person stays calm when insulted.
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An honest witness tells the truth; a false witness tells lies.
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Some people make cutting remarks, but the words of the wise bring healing.
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Truthful words stand the test of time, but lies are soon exposed.
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Deceit fills hearts that are plotting evil; joy fills hearts that are planning peace!
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No harm comes to the godly, but the wicked have their fill of trouble.
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The LORD detests lying lips, but he delights in those who tell the truth.
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The wise don't make a show of their knowledge, but fools broadcast their foolishness.
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Work hard and become a leader; be lazy and become a slave.
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Worry weighs a person down; an encouraging word cheers a person up.
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The godly give good advice to their friends; the wicked lead them astray.
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Lazy people don't even cook the game they catch, but the diligent make use of everything they find.
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The way of the godly leads to life; that path does not lead to death.