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14 A heart that understands what is right looks for knowledge.
    But the mouths of foolish people feed on what is foolish.

15 All the days of those who are crushed are filled with pain and suffering.
    But a cheerful heart enjoys a good time that never ends.

16 It is better to have respect for the Lord and have little
    than to be rich and have trouble.

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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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14 The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.

15 All the days of the afflicted are evil: but he that is of a merry heart hath a continual feast.

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

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