12 Like (A)a gold ring or an ornament of gold
    is a wise reprover to (B)a listening ear.
13 Like the cold of snow in the time of harvest
    is (C)a faithful messenger to those who send him;
    he refreshes the soul of his masters.
14 Like (D)clouds and wind without rain
    is a man who (E)boasts of a gift he does not give.

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12 Like an earring of gold or an ornament of fine gold
    is the rebuke of a wise judge to a listening ear.(A)

13 Like a snow-cooled drink at harvest time
    is a trustworthy messenger to the one who sends him;
    he refreshes the spirit of his master.(B)
14 Like clouds and wind without rain
    is one who boasts of gifts never given.

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