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Proverbs 16:18-20
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18 Pride comes before destruction,
and an arrogant spirit before a fall.(A)

19 Better to be lowly of spirit with the humble[a](B)
than to divide plunder with the proud.(C)

20 The one who understands a matter finds success,(D)
and the one who trusts in the Lord will be happy.(E)

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  1. 16:19 Alt Hb tradition reads afflicted
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Proverbs 16:18-20
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18 Pride(A) goes before destruction,
    a haughty spirit(B) before a fall.(C)

19 Better to be lowly in spirit along with the oppressed
    than to share plunder with the proud.

20 Whoever gives heed to instruction prospers,[a](D)
    and blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord.(E)

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  1. Proverbs 16:20 Or whoever speaks prudently finds what is good
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