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Proverbs 23:21-23
International Standard Version

21 because drunks and gluttons tend to become poor,
    and drowsiness will clothe them in rags.

22 Listen to the one who fathered you,
    and don’t despise your mother in her old age.

23 Purchase truth, but don’t sell it;
    store up[a] wisdom, instruction, and understanding.

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  1. Proverbs 23:23 The Heb. lacks store up
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Proverbs 23:21-23
New International Version

21 for drunkards and gluttons become poor,(A)
    and drowsiness clothes them in rags.

Saying 17

22 Listen to your father, who gave you life,
    and do not despise your mother when she is old.(B)
23 Buy the truth and do not sell it—
    wisdom, instruction and insight as well.(C)

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