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19 It is better to be humble and live among the poor,
    than to divide up stolen property with the proud.
20 Those devoted to instruction will prosper in goodness;
    those who trust in the Eternal will experience His favor.
21 The wise at heart have a reputation for understanding;
    pleasant words make the lips more persuasive.

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19 Better to be lowly in spirit along with the oppressed
    than to share plunder with the proud.

20 Whoever gives heed to instruction prospers,[a](A)
    and blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord.(B)

21 The wise in heart are called discerning,
    and gracious words promote instruction.[b](C)

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 16:20 Or whoever speaks prudently finds what is good
  2. Proverbs 16:21 Or words make a person persuasive