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12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick,
    but a dream fulfilled is a tree of life.

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12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick,
    but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life.(A)

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19 It is pleasant to see dreams come true,
    but fools refuse to turn from evil to attain them.

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19 A longing fulfilled is sweet to the soul,(A)
    but fools detest turning from evil.

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17 Don’t envy sinners,
    but always continue to fear the Lord.
18 You will be rewarded for this;
    your hope will not be disappointed.

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Saying 15

17 Do not let your heart envy(A) sinners,
    but always be zealous for the fear of the Lord.
18 There is surely a future hope for you,
    and your hope will not be cut off.(B)

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