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13 The poor and all who abuse them
must each depend on God
    for light.
14 Kings who are fair to the poor
    will rule a long time.

15 Correct your children,
    and they will be wise;
children out of control
    disgrace their mothers.

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13 The poor and the oppressor have this in common:
    The Lord gives sight to the eyes of both.(A)

14 If a king judges the poor with fairness,
    his throne will be established forever.(B)

15 A rod and a reprimand impart wisdom,
    but a child left undisciplined disgraces its mother.(C)

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