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Proverbs 16:19-21
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19 It is better to be (A)humble in spirit with the needy
Than to (B)divide the spoils with the proud.
20 One who pays attention to the word will (C)find good,
And (D)blessed is one who trusts in the Lord.
21 The (E)wise in heart will be called understanding,
And sweetness of [a]speech (F)increases [b]persuasiveness.

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  1. Proverbs 16:21 Lit lips
  2. Proverbs 16:21 Or learning
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Proverbs 16:19-21
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19 Better to be lowly in spirit along with the oppressed
    than to share plunder with the proud.

20 Whoever gives heed to instruction prospers,[a](A)
    and blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord.(B)

21 The wise in heart are called discerning,
    and gracious words promote instruction.[b](C)

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  1. Proverbs 16:20 Or whoever speaks prudently finds what is good
  2. Proverbs 16:21 Or words make a person persuasive
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