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Proverbs 16:19-21
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19 Better poor and humble than proud and rich.

20 God blesses those who obey him; happy the man who puts his trust in the Lord.

21 The wise man is known by his common sense, and a pleasant teacher is the best.

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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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Footnotes

  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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