Proverbs 24

1: Be not emulous of evil men, and desire not to be with them;

2: For their hearts plot violence, and their lips speak of foul play.

3: By wisdom is a house built, by understanding is it made firm;

4: And by knowledge are its rooms filled with every precious and pleasing possession.

5: A wise man is more powerful than a strong man, and a man of knowledge than a man of might;

6: For it is by wise guidance that you wage your war, and the victory is due to a wealth of counselors.

7: For a fool, to be silent is wisdom; not to open his mouth at the gate.

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10: If you remain indifferent in time of adversity, your strength will depart from you.

11: Rescue those who are being dragged to death, and from those tottering to execution withdraw not.

12: If you say, "I know not this man!" does not he who tests hearts perceive it?  He who guards your life knows it, and he will repay each one according to his deeds.

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27: Complete your outdoor tasks, and arrange your work in the field; afterward you can establish your house.