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19     a witness who tells lies
    and a man who causes trouble among brothers.

Warning About Adultery

20 My son, keep your father’s commands.
    Don’t forget your mother’s teaching.
21 Remember their words forever.
    Let it be as if they were tied around your neck.

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19         a false witness(A) who pours out lies(B)
        and a person who stirs up conflict in the community.(C)

Warning Against Adultery

20 My son,(D) keep your father’s command
    and do not forsake your mother’s teaching.(E)
21 Bind them always on your heart;
    fasten them around your neck.(F)

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