14 A person’s spirit can endure sickness,
but who can survive a broken spirit?(A)

15 The mind of the discerning acquires knowledge,
and the ear of the wise seeks it.(B)

16 A person’s gift opens doors[a] for him
and brings him before the great.(C)

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Footnotes

  1. 18:16 Lit gift makes room

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