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14 A king’s wrath is a messenger of death,
    and whoever is wise will appease it.(A)
15 In the light of a king’s face there is life,
    and his favor is like the clouds that bring the spring rain.(B)
16 How much better to get wisdom than gold!
    To get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver.(C)

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14 A king’s wrath is a messenger of death,(A)
    but the wise will appease it.(B)

15 When a king’s face brightens, it means life;(C)
    his favor is like a rain cloud in spring.(D)

16 How much better to get wisdom than gold,
    to get insight(E) rather than silver!(F)

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