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13 Even at times of laughter the heart may be sad,
    and joy may end in grief.
14 The perverse man suffers the consequences of his ways,
    while a good man reaps what his deeds deserve.
15 A simple man believes everything he hears,
    but a prudent man carefully considers every step.

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13 Even in laughter(A) the heart may ache,
    and rejoicing may end in grief.

14 The faithless will be fully repaid for their ways,(B)
    and the good rewarded for theirs.(C)

15 The simple believe anything,
    but the prudent give thought to their steps.(D)

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