15 My son, if your heart is wise,
my heart will indeed rejoice.(A)
16 My innermost being will cheer
when your lips say what is right.(B)

17 Don’t let your heart envy sinners;(C)
instead, always fear the Lord.(D)

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Saying 14

15 My son, if your heart is wise,
    then my heart will be glad indeed;
16 my inmost being will rejoice
    when your lips speak what is right.(A)

Saying 15

17 Do not let your heart envy(B) sinners,
    but always be zealous for the fear of the Lord.

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