12 Before his downfall a person’s heart is proud,(A)
but humility comes before honor.(B)

13 The one who gives an answer before he listens—
this is foolishness and disgrace for him.(C)

14 A person’s spirit can endure sickness,
but who can survive a broken spirit?(D)

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12 Before a downfall the heart is haughty,
    but humility comes before honor.(A)

13 To answer before listening—
    that is folly and shame.(B)

14 The human spirit can endure in sickness,
    but a crushed spirit who can bear?(C)

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