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The biblical Book of Proverbs was compiled in the seventh century BCE and credited to King Solomon. In this fresh translation, Rami Shapiro unpacks the book, writing that its wisdom transcends time and place and instructs readers to live simply, without rationalizations and excuses.

6:20–22 Do not forget the rules of justice or the subtle teachings of compassion.57 Bind your heart with them and tie them as a scarf around your neck that whatever comes out of your mouth is tempered by goodness. Do this and they will guide your steps; your sleep will be dreamless, your waking free from guilt; and Wisdom will speak with you like a close friend.
Proverbs 6:20–22