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Proverbs 3:21-23
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21 Have two goals: wisdom—that is, knowing and doing right—and common sense. Don’t let them slip away, 22 for they fill you with living energy and bring you honor and respect.[a] 23 They keep you safe from defeat and disaster and from stumbling off the trail.

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  1. Proverbs 3:22 bring you honor and respect, literally, “be an ornament to your neck.”
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Proverbs 3:21-23
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21 My son,(A) do not let wisdom and understanding out of your sight,(B)
    preserve sound judgment and discretion;
22 they will be life for you,(C)
    an ornament to grace your neck.(D)
23 Then you will go on your way in safety,(E)
    and your foot will not stumble.(F)

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