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10 Arrogance only brings quarreling,
    but those receiving advice are wise.

11 Wealth gained dishonestly dwindles away,
    but whoever works diligently increases his prosperity.[a]

12 Delayed hope makes the heart ill,
    but fulfilled longing is a tree of life.

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  1. Proverbs 13:11 The Heb. lacks his prosperity

10 Where there is strife, there is pride,
    but wisdom is found in those who take advice.(A)

11 Dishonest money dwindles away,(B)
    but whoever gathers money little by little makes it grow.

12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick,
    but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life.(C)

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