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The Book of Proverbs, Chapter 3, Verse 7

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In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
King James Version
Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil.
American Standard Version
Be not wise in thine own eyes; Fear Jehovah, and depart from evil:
New English Translation
Do not be wise in your own estimation; fear the LORD and turn away from evil.
World English Bible
Don't be wise in your own eyes. Fear Yahweh, and depart from evil.
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It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones.
9
Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase:
10
So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine.
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My son, despise not the chastening of the LORD; neither be weary of his correction:
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For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son [in whom] he delighteth.
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Happy [is] the man [that] findeth wisdom, and the man [that] getteth understanding.
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For the merchandise of it [is] better than the merchandise of silver, and the gain thereof than fine gold.
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She [is] more precious than rubies: and all the things thou canst desire are not to be compared unto her.
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Length of days [is] in her right hand; [and] in her left hand riches and honour.
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Her ways [are] ways of pleasantness, and all her paths [are] peace.