Proverbs 13:17

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15 Good understanding¹ gains ^afavor,
But the way of the unfaithful is hard.

16 ^aEvery prudent man acts with knowledge,
But a fool lays open his folly.

17 A wicked messenger falls into trouble,
But ^aa faithful ambassador brings health.

18 Poverty and shame will come to him who¹ disdains correction,
But ^ahe who regards a rebuke will be honored.

19 A desire accomplished is sweet to the soul,
But it is an abomination to fools to depart from evil.

Commentaries:

John Wesley's Notes

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A messenger - Who is unfaithful in the execution of that which is committed to his charge. Is health - Procures benefit, as to his master, so to himself.

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