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15 ¶ The simple believes every word, but the prudent man understands his steps.

16 ¶ The wise man fears and departs from evil, but the fool rages and is confident.

17 He that is soon angry shall deal foolishly, and the man of wicked devices shall be hated.

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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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