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23 ¶ In the fallow ground of the poor there is much bread, but it is lost for lack of judgment.

24 ¶ He that cuts short chastening hates his son, but he that loves him chastens him early.

25 ¶ The righteous eats until his soul is satisfied, but the belly of the wicked shall lack.

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23 An unplowed field produces food for the poor,
    but injustice sweeps it away.

24 Whoever spares the rod(A) hates their children,
    but the one who loves their children is careful to discipline(B) them.(C)

25 The righteous eat to their hearts’ content,
    but the stomach of the wicked goes hungry.(D)

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