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Proverbs
WISE SAYINGS
From the wisest man who ever lived
"Even a fool is thought to be wise if he keep silent. . . ." Proverbs 17:28).
"Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall." (Proverbs 16:18).
"Let the wise listen and add to their learning. . . ." (Proverbs 1:5).
"A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son grief to his mother." (Proverbs 10:1).
"He who refreshes others will himself be refreshed." (Proverbs 11:23).
"One man pretends to be rich, yet has nothing; another pretends to be poor, yet has great wealth." (Proverbs 13:7).
"Even in laughter the heart may ache, and joy may end in grief." (Proverbs 14:13).
"A gentle answer turns away wrath. . . ." (Proverbs 15:1).
"In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps." (Proverbs 16:9).
"A wise man's heart guides his mouth, and his lips promote instruction." (Proverbs 16:23).
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