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Proverbs 23:10-25 International Children’s Bible (ICB)

10. Don’t move an old stone that shows where somebody’s land is.And don’t take fields that belong to orphans.

11. God, their defender, is strong.He will take their side against you.

12. Remember what you are taught.And listen carefully to words of knowledge.

13. Don’t fail to punish a child.If you spank him, you will keep him from dying.

14. If you punish him with a spanking,you will save him from a fool’s death.

15. My child, if you are wise,then I will be happy.

16. I will be so pleasedif you speak what is right.

17. Don’t envy sinners.But always respect the Lord.

18. If you do, you will have hope for the future.Your wishes will come true.

19. Listen, my child, and be wise.Keep your mind on what is right.

20. Don’t be one of those who drink too much wineor who eat too much food.

21. Those who drink too much and eat too much become poor.They sleep too much and end up wearing rags.

22. Listen to your father, who gave you life.And do not forget your mother when she is old.

23. Learn the truth and never reject it.Get wisdom, self-control and understanding.

24. The father of a good child is very happy.The person who has a wise son is glad because of him.

25. Make your father and mother happy.Give your mother a reason to be glad.

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