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13 The poor person and the cruel person are alike
    in that the Lord gave eyes to both of them.

14 If a king judges poor people fairly,
    his government will continue forever.

15 Correction and punishment make children wise,
    but those left alone will disgrace their mother.

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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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13 The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the Lord lighteneth both their eyes.

14 The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever.

15 The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.

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