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Proverbs 14:15-17
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15 (A)The simple believes everything,
    but the prudent gives thought to his steps.
16 (B)One who is wise is cautious[a] and (C)turns away from evil,
    but a fool is reckless and careless.
17 A man of (D)quick temper acts foolishly,
    and a man of evil devices is hated.

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  1. Proverbs 14:16 Or fears [the Lord]
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Proverbs 14:15-17
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15 The simple believe anything,
    but the prudent give thought to their steps.(A)

16 The wise fear the Lord and shun evil,(B)
    but a fool(C) is hotheaded and yet feels secure.

17 A quick-tempered person(D) does foolish things,(E)
    and the one who devises evil schemes is hated.(F)

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