OLD TESTAMENT · VERSE 19

Proverbs 13:19

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Longing fulfilled is sweet to the soul,

but fools detest turning from evil.

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Proverbs 13:16–22

16

Every prudent man acts from knowledge,

but a fool exposes folly.

17

A wicked messenger falls into trouble,

but a trustworthy envoy gains healing.

18

Poverty and shame come to him who refuses discipline,

but he who heeds correction shall be honored.

19
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Longing fulfilled is sweet to the soul,

but fools detest turning from evil.

20

One who walks with wise men grows wise,

but a companion of fools suffers harm.

21

Misfortune pursues sinners,

but prosperity rewards the righteous.

22

A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children,

but the wealth of the sinner is stored for the righteous.

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