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18 Plans are established by counsel;
    by wise guidance wage war.
19 He who goes about gossiping reveals secrets;
    therefore do not associate with one who speaks foolishly.
20 If one curses his father or his mother,
    his lamp will be put out in utter darkness.

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18 Plans are established by seeking advice;
    so if you wage war, obtain guidance.(A)

19 A gossip betrays a confidence;(B)
    so avoid anyone who talks too much.

20 If someone curses their father or mother,(C)
    their lamp will be snuffed out in pitch darkness.(D)

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