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20 Precious treasure remains[a] in a wise man’s dwelling,
    but a foolish man devours it.
21 He who pursues righteousness and kindness
    will find life[b] and honor.
22 A wise man scales the city of the mighty
    and brings down the stronghold in which they trust.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 21:20 Gk: Heb and oil
  2. Proverbs 21:21 Gk: Heb life and righteousness

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