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Proverbs 16:15-17
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15 In the light of a king’s face is life,
And his favor is like a cloud with the [a](A)spring rain.
16 How much (B)better it is to get wisdom than gold!
And to get understanding is to be chosen above silver.
17 The (C)highway of the upright is to turn away from evil;
One who watches his way protects his [b]life.

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  1. Proverbs 16:15 Lit latter
  2. Proverbs 16:17 Lit soul
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Proverbs 16:15-17
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15 When a king’s face brightens, it means life;(A)
    his favor is like a rain cloud in spring.(B)

16 How much better to get wisdom than gold,
    to get insight(C) rather than silver!(D)

17 The highway of the upright avoids evil;
    those who guard their ways preserve their lives.(E)

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