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19 
He who goes about as a gossip reveals secrets;
Therefore do not associate with a gossip [who talks freely or flatters].(A)
20 
Whoever curses his father or his mother,
His lamp [of life] will be extinguished in time of darkness.
21 
An inheritance hastily gained [by greedy, unjust means] at the beginning
Will not be blessed in the end.(B)

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

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

21 An inheritance claimed too soon
    will not be blessed at the end.

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