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28 The affliction of the proud has no healing,
    for a plant of wickedness has taken root in him.
29 The mind of the intelligent man will ponder a parable,
    and an attentive ear is the wise man’s desire.

Alms for the Poor

30 Water extinguishes a blazing fire:
    so almsgiving atones for sin.

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