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How to Live Wisely

15 A gentle response diverts anger,
but a harsh statement incites fury.
The wise speak, presenting[a] knowledge appropriately,
    but fools spout foolishness.

The eyes of the Lord are in every place,
    observing both the evil and the good.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 15:2 Lit. The tongues of the wise present

15 A gentle answer(A) turns away wrath,(B)
    but a harsh word stirs up anger.

The tongue of the wise adorns knowledge,(C)
    but the mouth of the fool gushes folly.(D)

The eyes(E) of the Lord are everywhere,(F)
    keeping watch on the wicked and the good.(G)

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