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Proverbs 22:16-18
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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;
18 for it is pleasant to keep them deep within you;
    have all of them ready on your lips.

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Proverbs 22:16-18
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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(A) and turn your ear to the sayings of the wise;(B)
    apply your heart to what I teach,(C)
18 for it is pleasing when you keep them in your heart
    and have all of them ready on your lips.

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