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17 Better a piece of dry bread with peace
than a house full of feasting with quarreling.
A wise slave will rule over a shameful son.
He will share the inheritance with the brothers.

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17 Better a dry crust with peace and quiet
    than a house full of feasting, with strife.(A)

A prudent servant will rule over a disgraceful son
    and will share the inheritance as one of the family.

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