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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.

7:1–5 Listen to me and treasure my instruction. My words are the key to life; without them all you have is existence.60 Just as you shield your eyes from the sun so as not to be blinded, these words will shield your heart from desire and protect your wisdom. Tie them like a string on your finger to remind you of righteousness. Align your heart with mercy, and your head with justice,61 so that your hand does what is right. Call wisdom your sister, and understanding your niece, for the latter is born
Proverbs 7:1–5
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