Proverbs 20
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Proverbs 20:12-15

12Ears that hear and eyes that see— the Lord has made them both.

13Do not love sleep or you will grow poor; stay awake and you will have food to spare.

14“It’s no good, it’s no good!” says the buyer— then goes off and boasts about the purchase.

15Gold there is, and rubies in abundance, but lips that speak knowledge are a rare jewel.

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