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31 Those who learn from the lessons of life
    will join the others who are wise.
32 Those who disregard discipline sabotage themselves,
    but those who are open to correction gain understanding.
33 Reverence for the Eternal is the first lesson of wisdom,
    and humility always precedes honor.

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31 Whoever heeds life-giving correction
    will be at home among the wise.(A)

32 Those who disregard discipline despise themselves,(B)
    but the one who heeds correction gains understanding.(C)

33 Wisdom’s instruction is to fear the Lord,(D)
    and humility comes before honor.(E)

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