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Proverbs 14:15-17
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15 Don't be stupid
    and believe all you hear;
be smart and know
    where you are headed.
16 Only a stupid fool
    is never cautious—
so be extra careful
    and stay out of trouble.
17 Fools have quick tempers,
and no one likes you
    if you can't be trusted.

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Proverbs 14:15-17
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15 The simple believe anything,
    but the prudent give thought to their steps.(A)

16 The wise fear the Lord and shun evil,(B)
    but a fool(C) is hotheaded and yet feels secure.

17 A quick-tempered person(D) does foolish things,(E)
    and the one who devises evil schemes is hated.(F)

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