13 If one gives an answer (A)before he hears,
    it is his folly and shame.
14 A man's spirit will endure sickness,
    but (B)a crushed spirit who can bear?
15 An intelligent heart acquires knowledge,
    and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.

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13 To answer before listening—
    that is folly and shame.(A)

14 The human spirit can endure in sickness,
    but a crushed spirit who can bear?(B)

15 The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge,(C)
    for the ears of the wise seek it out.

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