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Proverbs 13:16-18
New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised

16 The clever do all things intelligently,
    but the fool displays folly.
17 A bad messenger brings trouble,
    but a faithful envoy, healing.
18 Poverty and disgrace are for the one who ignores instruction,
    but one who heeds reproof is honoured.

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Proverbs 13:16-18
New International Version

16 All who are prudent act with[a] knowledge,
    but fools expose(A) their folly.(B)

17 A wicked messenger falls into trouble,(C)
    but a trustworthy envoy brings healing.(D)

18 Whoever disregards discipline comes to poverty and shame,(E)
    but whoever heeds correction is honored.(F)

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  1. Proverbs 13:16 Or prudent protect themselves through
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