Proverbs 25:4-5

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⁴Take away ^(A)the dross from the silver,
and ^(B)the smith has material for a vessel;
⁵take away ^(C)the wicked from the presence of the king,
and his ^(D)throne will be established in righteousness.

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Proverbs 4:7-12

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⁷^(A)The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom,
    and whatever you get, get ^(B)insight.
⁸Prize her highly, and she will exalt you;
    she will ^(C)honor you ^(D)if you embrace her.
⁹She will place on your head ^(E)a graceful garland;
    she will bestow on you a beautiful crown.”

¹⁰^(F)Hear, ^(G)my son, and accept my words,
    that ^(H)the years of your life may be many.
¹¹I have ^(I)taught you the way of wisdom;
    I have led you in the paths of uprightness.
¹²When you walk, ^(J)your step will not be hampered,
    and ^(K)if you run, you will not stumble.