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1 The designs of the heart are man’s, but the answer of the tongue comes from the Lord. 2 All

1 Wine makes men foolish, and strong drink makes men come to blows; and whoever comes into error through these

1 Better is the poor man whose ways are upright, than the man of wealth whose ways are twisted. 2

1 He who keeps himself separate for his private purpose goes against all good sense. 2 A foolish man has

1 When you take your seat at the feast with a ruler, give thought with care to what is before

1 A good name is more to be desired than great wealth, and to be respected is better than silver

1 The king’s heart in the hands of the Lord is like the water streams, and by him it is