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A lazy person won’t plow in winter;
    so at harvest-time, when he looks, there is nothing.

The heart’s real intentions are like deep water;
    but a person with discernment draws them out.

Most people announce that they show kindness,
    but who can find someone faithful [enough to do it]?

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Sluggards(A) do not plow in season;
    so at harvest time they look but find nothing.(B)

The purposes of a person’s heart are deep waters,(C)
    but one who has insight draws them out.

Many claim to have unfailing love,
    but a faithful person who can find?(D)

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