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Proverbs 17:3, 9, 17-18, 24, 27-28

Proverbs 17:3 NIV

The crucible for silver and the furnace for gold, but the LORD tests the heart.

Proverbs 17:9 NIV

Whoever would foster love covers over an offense, but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends.

Proverbs 17:17-18 NIV

A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity. One who has no sense shakes hands in pledge and puts up security for a neighbor.

Proverbs 17:24 NIV

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

Proverbs 17:27-28 NIV

The one who has knowledge uses words with restraint, and whoever has understanding is even-tempered. Even fools are thought wise if they keep silent, and discerning if they hold their tongues.

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