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No man that wars entangles himself with the affairs of this life, that he may please him who has chosen him to be a soldier.

And also if anyone contends in public contest, he is not crowned, except he contends legitimately.

The husbandman, in order to receive the fruits, must first work hard.

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No one serving as a soldier gets entangled in civilian affairs, but rather tries to please his commanding officer. Similarly, anyone who competes as an athlete does not receive the victor’s crown(A) except by competing according to the rules. The hardworking farmer should be the first to receive a share of the crops.(B)

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