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Proverbs 23:21

โ€œfor the drunkard and the glutton shall become poor; and drowsiness clothes them in rags.โ€

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19

Listen, my son, and be wise, and keep your heart on the right path!

20

Don't be among ones drinking too much wine, or those who gorge themselves on meat:

21

for the drunkard and the glutton shall become poor; and drowsiness clothes them in rags.

22

Listen to your father who gave you life, and don't despise your mother when she is old.

23

Buy the truth, and don't sell it. Get wisdom, discipline, and understanding.

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