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

17 Better is a dinner of herbs where love is
    than a fatted calf with hatred.

18 A wrathful man stirs up strife,
    but he who is slow to anger appeases strife.

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

17 Better a small serving of vegetables with love
    than a fattened calf with hatred.(B)

18 A hot-tempered person stirs up conflict,(C)
    but the one who is patient calms a quarrel.(D)

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