It is to one’s honor to avoid strife,
    but every fool(A) is quick to quarrel.(B)

Sluggards(C) do not plow in season;
    so at harvest time they look but find nothing.(D)

The purposes of a person’s heart are deep waters,(E)
    but one who has insight draws them out.

Many claim to have unfailing love,
    but a faithful person who can find?(F)

The righteous lead blameless lives;(G)
    blessed are their children after them.(H)

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