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20 Wise children make their father happy,
    but foolish children disrespect their mother.

21 A person without wisdom enjoys being foolish,
    but someone with understanding does what is right.

22 Plans fail without good advice,
    but they succeed with the advice of many others.

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20 A wise son brings joy to his father,(A)
    but a foolish man despises his mother.

21 Folly brings joy to one who has no sense,(B)
    but whoever has understanding keeps a straight course.

22 Plans fail for lack of counsel,(C)
    but with many advisers(D) they succeed.(E)

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