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Proverbs 9:9-11
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9 If you teach a wise person, he will become even more wise. If you teach a righteous person, he will learn whatever you tell him.

10 If you want to be wise in the way that you live, first you must respect the Lord with fear. If you know God, the Holy One, you will understand what is right.

11 Wisdom will add more days and years to your life.

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Proverbs 9:9-11
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9 Instruct the wise and they will be wiser still;
    teach the righteous and they will add to their learning.(A)

10 The fear of the Lord(B) is the beginning of wisdom,
    and knowledge of the Holy One(C) is understanding.(D)
11 For through wisdom[a] your days will be many,
    and years will be added to your life.(E)

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  1. Proverbs 9:11 Septuagint, Syriac and Targum; Hebrew me
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