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Proverbs 19:10-23 Catholic Public Domain Version (CPDV)

10. Fine things are not fitting for the foolish, nor is it fitting for a servant to rule over princes.

11. The doctrine of a man is known through patience. And his glory is to pass beyond iniquities.

12. Like the roaring of a lion, so also is the wrath of a king. And his cheerfulness is like the dew upon the grass.

13. A foolish son is the grief of his father. And an argumentative wife is like a roof that is continually leaking.

14. A house and its riches are given by parents. But a prudent wife is particularly from the Lord.

15. Laziness sends one into a deep sleep, and a dissolute soul will go hungry.

16. Whoever guards a commandment guards his own soul. But whoever neglects his own way will die.

17. Whoever is merciful to the poor lends to the Lord. And he will repay him for his efforts.

18. Teach your son; do not despair. But do not set your soul toward putting him to death.

19. Whoever is impatient will sustain damage. And when it has been taken away, he will set up another.

20. Listen to counsel and take up discipline, so that you may be wise in your latter days.

21. There are many intentions in the heart of a man. But the will of the Lord shall stand firm.

22. An indigent man is merciful. And a pauper is better than a deceitful man.

23. The fear of the Lord is unto life. And he shall linger in plentitude, without being visited by disaster.

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