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Proverbs 8:5-7
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5 You who are ·uneducated [simpleminded; immature; naive], ·seek wisdom [understand prudence].
    You who are foolish, ·get understanding [L take this to heart].
6 Listen, because I have ·important [noble] things to say,
    and what I tell you is ·right [virtuous].
7 ·What I say is true [L My mouth utters the truth],
    ·I refuse to speak evil [L my lips despise wickedness].

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Proverbs 8:5-7
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5 You who are simple,(A) gain prudence;(B)
    you who are foolish, set your hearts on it.[a]
6 Listen, for I have trustworthy things to say;
    I open my lips to speak what is right.
7 My mouth speaks what is true,(C)
    for my lips detest wickedness.

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  1. Proverbs 8:5 Septuagint; Hebrew foolish, instruct your minds
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