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Proverbs 27:11

My son, be wise, and make my heart glad, that I may answer him that reproacheth me.
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English Standard Version

Be wise, my son, and make my heart glad, that I may answer him who reproaches me.

New International Version

Be wise, my son, and bring joy to my heart; then I can answer anyone who treats me with contempt.

Catholic Public Domain Version

My son, study wisdom, and rejoice my heart, so that you may be able to respond to the one who reproaches