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11 The rich think their wealth is their sturdy fortress;
    they imagine it to be an invincible wall of security.
12 A proud heart precedes destruction,
    and before honor is humility.
13 To respond to a matter before you hear about it
    shows foolishness and brings shame.

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11 The wealth of the rich is their fortified city;(A)
    they imagine it a wall too high to scale.

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

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

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