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14 The spirit of a man can help him through his sickness, but who can carry a broken spirit?

15 An understanding mind gets much learning, and the ear of the wise listens for much learning.

16 A man’s gift makes room for him, and brings him in front of great men.

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

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

16 A gift(C) opens the way
    and ushers the giver into the presence of the great.

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