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14 ¶ The heart of him that has understanding seeks wisdom, but the mouth of fools feeds on foolishness.

15 ¶ All the days of the poor are difficult, but he that is of a good heart has a continual feast.

16 ¶ Better is little with the fear of the LORD than great treasure and trouble therewith.

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14 The discerning heart seeks knowledge,(A)
    but the mouth of a fool feeds on folly.

15 All the days of the oppressed are wretched,
    but the cheerful heart has a continual feast.(B)

16 Better a little with the fear of the Lord
    than great wealth with turmoil.(C)

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