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15 Doing wrong is firmly tied to the heart of a child,
    but the rod of discipline will drive it far away from him.

16 Both oppressing the poor to enrich oneself
    and giving to the rich yield only loss.

17 Pay attention, and listen to the words of the wise;
    apply your heart to my knowledge;

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15 Folly is bound up in the heart of a child,
    but the rod of discipline will drive it far away.(A)

16 One who oppresses the poor to increase his wealth
    and one who gives gifts to the rich—both come to poverty.

Thirty Sayings of the Wise

Saying 1

17 Pay attention(B) and turn your ear to the sayings of the wise;(C)
    apply your heart to what I teach,(D)

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