Proverbs 2:11

(f) Discretion shall preserve thee, understanding shall keep thee:

(f) The word of God will guide you, and teach you how to govern yourself.

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Ecclesiastes 10:10 ; Ecclesiastes 9:15-18 ; Ephesians 5:15 ; Proverbs 4:6 ; Proverbs 6:22-24 ; Psalms 119:9-11 ; Psalms 25:21

¹¹ Discretion shall preserve thee, understanding shall keep thee:

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