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Proverbs 4:17-24 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

17. Their food and drinkare violence and cruelty.

18. The lifestyle of good peopleis like sunlight at dawnthat keeps getting brighteruntil broad daylight.

19. The lifestyle of the wickedis like total darkness,and they will never knowwhat makes them stumble.

20. My child, listen carefullyto everything I say.

21. Don't forget a single word,but think about it all.

22. Knowing these teachingswill mean true lifeand good health for you.

23. Carefully guard your thoughtsbecause they are the sourceof true life.

24. Never tell lies or be deceitfulin what you say.

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