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12 Before a man’s downfall, his mind[a] is arrogant,
    but humility precedes honor.

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  1. Proverbs 18:12 Lit. heart

14 A man’s spirit can sustain him during his illness,
    but who can bear a crushed spirit?

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A man’s foolishness ruins his life,[a]
    yet his heart rages against the Lord.

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  1. Proverbs 19:3 Lit. way

20 Listen to advice and accept discipline,
    and you’ll be wise for the rest of your life.[a]

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  1. Proverbs 19:20 The Heb. lacks of your life

The intentions of a person’s heart are deep waters,
    but a discerning person reveals them.

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27 A person’s spirit is the lamp of the Lord;
    it searches throughout one’s innermost being.

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Thoughts on the Sovereignty of God

21 A king’s heart is a water stream that the Lord controls;
he directs it wherever he pleases.

Every man’s lifestyle is proper in his own view,
    but the Lord weighs the heart.

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11 Whoever loves purity[a] and gracious speech
    will gain the king as his friend.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 22:11 Lit. purity of heart

12 Learn diligently,
    and listen to words of knowledge.

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