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Proverbs 17:1-3
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Contrast the Upright and the Wicked

17 Better is a dry morsel [of food served] with quietness and peace
Than a house full of feasting [served] with strife and contention.
2 
A wise servant will rule over the [unworthy] son who acts shamefully and brings disgrace [to the family]
And [the worthy servant] will share in the inheritance among the brothers.
3 
The refining pot is for silver and the furnace for gold,
But the Lord tests hearts.(A)

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Proverbs 17:1-3
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17 Better a dry crust with peace and quiet
    than a house full of feasting, with strife.(A)

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

3 The crucible for silver and the furnace for gold,(B)
    but the Lord tests the heart.(C)

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