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understand the work so as to do and get it done. Train yourselves thus, girls.
“And in this way also, girls: ‘ Messengers and workfolk we will know the work of each by what has been done, their remissness, by what has not been done; we will know the strength and the weakness of the sick; we will divide the hard and soft food, each according to his share. Train yourselves thus, girls.’
“And in this way also, girls: ‘The money, corn, silver and gold that our husband brings home, we will keep safe, watch and ward over it, and act as no robber, thief, carouser, wastrel therein. Train yourselves thus, girls.’ ”
On hearing this advice, the daughters of Uggaha felt exceedingly happy and were grateful to the Lord.
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