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He who lives forever created the whole universe.
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The Lord alone is just.
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He has given power to declare his works to no one.
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Who could measure the strength of his majesty?
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As for the wondrous works of the Lord, it is not possible to take from them nor add to them,
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When a man has finished, then he is just at the beginning.
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What is mankind, and what purpose do they serve?
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The number of man’s days at the most are a hundred years.
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As a drop of water from the sea, and a pebble from the sand,
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For this cause the Lord was patient over them,
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He saw and perceived their end, that it is evil.
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The mercy of a man is on his neighbour;
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He has mercy on those who accept chastening,
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My son, don’t add reproach to your good deeds,
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Doesn’t the dew relieve the scorching heat?
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Behold, isn’t a word better than a gift?
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A fool is ungracious and abusive.
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Learn before you speak.
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Before judgement, examine yourself,
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Humble yourself before you get sick.
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Let nothing hinder you to pay your vow in due time.
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Before you make a vow, prepare yourself.
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Think about the wrath coming in the days of the end,
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In the days of fullness remember the time of hunger.
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From morning until evening, the time changes.
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A wise man is cautious in everything. In days of sinning, he will beware of offence.[b]
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Every man of understanding knows wisdom.
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They who were of understanding in sayings also became wise themselves,
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Don’t go after your lusts.
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If you give fully to your soul the delight of her desire, she will make you[c] the laughing stock of your enemies.
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Don’t make merry in much luxury,
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Don’t be made a beggar by banqueting with borrowed money when you have nothing in your purse.[d]