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A lazy man buries his hand in the bowl, And will not so much as bring it to his mouth again.
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Strike a scoffer, and the simple will become wary; Rebuke one who has understanding, and he will discern knowledge.
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He who mistreats his father and chases away his mother Is a son who causes shame and brings reproach.
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Cease listening to instruction, my son, And you will stray from the words of knowledge.
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A disreputable witness scorns justice, And the mouth of the wicked devours iniquity.
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Judgments are prepared for scoffers, And beatings for the backs of fools.