Whoever is slack in his work
    is a (A)brother to him who destroys.
10 (B)The name of the Lord is (C)a strong tower;
    the righteous man runs into it and (D)is safe.
11 (E)A rich man's wealth is his strong city,
    and like a high wall in his imagination.
12 (F)Before destruction a man's heart is haughty,
    but (G)humility comes before honor.
13 If one gives an answer (H)before he hears,
    it is his folly and shame.
14 A man's spirit will endure sickness,
    but (I)a crushed spirit who can bear?

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