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Proverbs 3:1-4
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Wisdom Bestows Well-Being

3 My son,(A) do not forget my teaching,(B)
    but keep my commands in your heart,
2 for they will prolong your life many years(C)
    and bring you peace and prosperity.(D)

3 Let love and faithfulness(E) never leave you;
    bind them around your neck,
    write them on the tablet of your heart.(F)
4 Then you will win favor and a good name
    in the sight of God and man.(G)

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Proverbs 3:1-4
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Guidance for the Young

3 My son, do not forget my law,
(A)But let your heart keep my commands;
2 For length of days and long life
And (B)peace they will add to you.

3 Let not mercy and truth forsake you;
(C)Bind them around your neck,
(D)Write them on the tablet of your heart,
4 (E)And so find favor and [a]high esteem
In the sight of God and man.

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  1. Proverbs 3:4 Lit. good understanding
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