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A Wise Son Brings Blessings to Others

20 A wise son makes his father happy,
    but a foolish child despises its mother.

21 Stupidity is fun to the one without much sense,
    but a person who has understanding forges straight ahead.
22 Without advice plans go wrong,
    but with many advisers they succeed.

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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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