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17 He who heeds instruction is on the path to life,
    but he who rejects reproof goes astray.
18 He who conceals hatred has lying lips,
    and he who utters slander is a fool.
19 When words are many, transgression is not lacking,
    but he who restrains his lips is prudent.

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17 Whoever heeds discipline shows the way to life,(A)
    but whoever ignores correction leads others astray.

18 Whoever conceals hatred with lying lips(B)
    and spreads slander is a fool.

19 Sin is not ended by multiplying words,
    but the prudent hold their tongues.(C)

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