OLD TESTAMENT · VERSE 16

Proverbs 17:16

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Why is there money in the hand of a fool to buy wisdom,

since he has no understanding?

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Proverbs 17:16 in context

Proverbs 17:13–19

13

Whoever rewards evil for good,

evil shall not depart from his house.

14

The beginning of strife is like breaching a dam,

therefore stop contention before quarreling breaks out.

15

He who justifies the wicked, and he who condemns the righteous,

both of them alike are an abomination to the LORD.

16
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Why is there money in the hand of a fool to buy wisdom,

since he has no understanding?

17

A friend loves at all times;

and a brother is born for adversity.

18

A man void of understanding strikes hands,

and becomes collateral in the presence of his neighbor.

19

He who loves disobedience loves strife.

One who builds a high gate seeks destruction.

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