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Proverbs 17:24-28 New International Version Anglicized (NIVUK)

24. A discerning person keeps wisdom in view,but a fool’s eyes wander to the ends of the earth.

25. A foolish son brings grief to his fatherand bitterness to the mother who bore him.

26. If imposing a fine on the innocent is not good,surely to flog honest officials is not right.

27. The one who has knowledge uses words with restraint,and whoever has understanding is even-tempered.

28. Even fools are thought wise if they keep silent,and discerning if they hold their tongues.