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Ecclesiastes 7:7-9
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7 To be sure, oppressing others[a] turns a wise man into a fool, and a bribe corrupts his heart.

8 It is better to finish something than to begin something. A patient spirit is better than a proud spirit.

9 Do not be quick to lose your temper, for outrage is embraced by fools.

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  1. Ecclesiastes 7:7 Or extortion
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Ecclesiastes 7:7-9
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7 Extortion turns a wise person into a fool,
    and a bribe(A) corrupts the heart.

8 The end of a matter is better than its beginning,
    and patience(B) is better than pride.
9 Do not be quickly provoked(C) in your spirit,
    for anger resides in the lap of fools.(D)

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