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Proverbs 29:3

Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father: but he that keepeth company with harlots spendeth his substance.
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English Standard Version

He who loves wisdom makes his father glad, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

New International Version

A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

Catholic Public Domain Version

The man who loves wisdom rejoices his father. But whoever nurtures promiscuous women will lose his substance