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Proverbs 9:10-14 New International Version (NIV)

10. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.

11. For through wisdom your days will be many, and years will be added to your life.

12. If you are wise, your wisdom will reward you; if you are a mocker, you alone will suffer.

13. Folly is an unruly woman; she is simple and knows nothing.

14. She sits at the door of her house, on a seat at the highest point of the city,

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