Proverbs 20:17

15 There is gold and a multitude of rubies,
But ^athe lips of knowledge are a precious jewel.

16 ^aTake the garment of one who is surety for a stranger,
And hold it as a pledge when it is for a seductress.

17 ^aBread gained by deceit is sweet to a man,
But afterward his mouth will be filled with gravel.

18 ^aPlans are established by counsel;
^bBy wise counsel wage war.

19 ^aHe who goes about as a talebearer reveals secrets;
Therefore do not associate with one ^bwho flatters with his lips.

20 ^aWhoever curses his father or his mother,
^bHis lamp will be put out in deep darkness.

21 ^aAn inheritance gained hastily at the beginning
^bWill not be blessed at the end.

22 ^aDo not say, “I will¹ recompense evil”;
^bWait for the Lord, and He will save you.

23 Diverse weights are an abomination to the Lord,
And dishonest scales are not good.

Commentaries:

Adam Clarke

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