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20 He who walks with wise men becomes wise,
    but the companion of fools will suffer harm.
21 Misfortune pursues sinners,
    but prosperity rewards the righteous.
22 A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children,
    but the sinner’s wealth is laid up for the righteous.

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20 Walk with the wise and become wise,
    for a companion of fools suffers harm.(A)

21 Trouble pursues the sinner,(B)
    but the righteous(C) are rewarded with good things.(D)

22 A good person leaves an inheritance for their children’s children,
    but a sinner’s wealth is stored up for the righteous.(E)

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