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22 Good people leave their wealth to their grandchildren,
    but a sinner’s wealth is stored up for good people.

23 A poor person’s field might produce plenty of food,
    but others often steal it away.

24 If you do not punish your children, you don’t love them,
    but if you love your children, you will correct them.

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22 A good person leaves an inheritance for their children’s children,
    but a sinner’s wealth is stored up for the righteous.(A)

23 An unplowed field produces food for the poor,
    but injustice sweeps it away.

24 Whoever spares the rod(B) hates their children,
    but the one who loves their children is careful to discipline(C) them.(D)

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