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Ecclesiastes 10:4-7
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4 If a ruler loses his temper against you, don’t panic;
A calm disposition quiets intemperate rage.

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5-7 Here’s a piece of bad business I’ve seen on this earth,
An error that can be blamed on whoever is in charge:
Immaturity is given a place of prominence,
While maturity is made to take a backseat.
I’ve seen unproven upstarts riding in style,
While experienced veterans are put out to pasture.

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