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Such is the fate of all who are greedy for money; it robs them of life.
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The man who visits her is doomed. He will never reach the paths of life.
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If you do this, you will live many years, and your life will be satisfying.
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She offers you long life in her right hand, and riches and honor in her left.
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Wisdom is a tree of life to those who embrace her; happy are those who hold her tightly.
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My child, listen to me and do as I say, and you will have a long, good life.
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Take hold of my instructions; don’t let them go. Guard them, for they are the key to life.
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for they bring life to those who find them, and healing to their whole body.
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Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.
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For she cares nothing about the path to life. She staggers down a crooked trail and doesn’t realize it.
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Lessons for Daily Life
My child, if you have put up security for a friend’s debt or agreed to guarantee the debt of a stranger—
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For their command is a lamp and their instruction a light; their corrective discipline is the way to life.
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For a prostitute will bring you to poverty, but sleeping with another man’s wife will cost you your life.
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awaiting the arrow that would pierce its heart. He was like a bird flying into a snare, little knowing it would cost him his life.
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For whoever finds me finds life and receives favor from the Lord.
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Wisdom will multiply your days and add years to your life.
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Tainted wealth has no lasting value, but right living can save your life.
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The words of the godly are a life-giving fountain; the words of the wicked conceal violent intentions.
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People who accept discipline are on the pathway to life, but those who ignore correction will go astray.
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When the storms of life come, the wicked are whirled away, but the godly have a lasting foundation.
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Fear of the Lord lengthens one’s life, but the years of the wicked are cut short.
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Godly people find life; evil people find death.
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The seeds of good deeds become a tree of life; a wise person wins friends.
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The way of the godly leads to life; that path does not lead to death.
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Those who control their tongue will have a long life; opening your mouth can ruin everything.
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The life of the godly is full of light and joy, but the light of the wicked will be snuffed out.
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Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a dream fulfilled is a tree of life.
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The instruction of the wise is like a life-giving fountain; those who accept it avoid the snares of death.
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Fear of the Lord is a life-giving fountain; it offers escape from the snares of death.
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Gentle words are a tree of life; a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit.
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For the despondent, every day brings trouble; for the happy heart, life is a continual feast.
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The path of life leads upward for the wise; they leave the grave behind.
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When the king smiles, there is life; his favor refreshes like a spring rain.
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Discretion is a life-giving fountain to those who possess it, but discipline is wasted on fools.
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Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained by living a godly life.
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The tongue can bring death or life; those who love to talk will reap the consequences.
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Keep the commandments and keep your life; despising them leads to death.
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Get all the advice and instruction you can, so you will be wise the rest of your life.
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Fear of the Lord leads to life, bringing security and protection from harm.
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The king’s fury is like a lion’s roar; to rouse his anger is to risk your life.
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An inheritance obtained too early in life is not a blessing in the end.
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Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love will find life, righteousness, and honor.
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True humility and fear of the Lord lead to riches, honor, and long life.
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Corrupt people walk a thorny, treacherous road; whoever values life will avoid it.
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Listen to your father, who gave you life, and don’t despise your mother when she is old.
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A ruler with no understanding will oppress his people, but one who hates corruption will have a long life.
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Her husband can trust her, and she will greatly enrich his life.
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She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life.
