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Proverbs 5:1-9 Common English Bible (CEB)

1. My son, pay attention to my wisdom.Bend your ear to what I know,

2. so you might remain discreet,and your lips might guard knowledge.

3. The lips of a mysterious woman drip honey,and her tongue is smoother than oil,

4. but in the end she is bitter as gall,sharp as a double-edged sword.

5. Her feet go down to death;her steps lead to the grave.

6. She doesn’t stay on the way of life.Her paths wander, but she doesn’t know it.

7. Now children, listen to me,and don’t deviate from the words of my mouth.

8. Stay on a path that is far from her;don’t approach the entrance to her house.

9. Otherwise, you will give your strength to others,your years to a cruel person.

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