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23 In all hard work there is gain,
but empty talk leads only to poverty.

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The house of the righteous contains great wealth,
but the income of the wicked brings trouble.

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16 Better a little with the fear of the Lord
    than great wealth with turmoil.

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Through mercy and truth, guilt is atoned for,
and through the fear of the Lord, one turns away from evil.
When the Lord is pleased with a man’s ways,
he causes even his enemies to live at peace with him.

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26 A laborer’s appetite labors for him,
because the hunger of his mouth drives him on.

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A wise slave will rule over a shameful son.
He will share the inheritance with the brothers.

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17 A person who is gracious to the poor lends to the Lord.
He will repay him in full.

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13 Do not love sleep, or you will become poor.
Keep your eyes open, and you will have enough to eat.

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The outcome of humility and of the fear of the Lord
    is wealth, honor, and life.

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27 Prepare your work outside,
and get things ready for yourself in the fields.
Afterward, build your house.

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18 A person who tends a fig tree eats its fruit,
and a person who takes care of his master will be honored.

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23 Be certain that you know the condition of your flock very well.
Pay attention to your herds,
24 because wealth is not forever,
nor does a crown pass from generation to generation.
25 The hay is removed and new growth appears,
and grass from the mountains is gathered in.
26 Lambs provide wool for your clothing,
and the price of the field can be earned from the goats.
27 What’s more, there will be enough goats’ milk for your food,
for your household’s food,
and to maintain the life of your servant girls.

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