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Proverbs 23:9-17 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

9. Don't talk to fools—they will just make fun of you.

10. Don't move a boundary markeror take the landthat belongs to orphans.

11. God All-Powerful is thereto defend them against you.

12. Listen to instructionand do your best to learn.

13. Don't fail to correctyour children.You won't kill themby being firm,

14. and it may evensave their lives.

15. My children,if you show good sense,I will be happy,

16. and if you are truthful,I will really be glad.

17. Don't be jealous of sinners,but always honour the Lord.

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