5 It is not right to acquit the guilty    or deny justice to the innocent. 8 The rich can pay a ransom for their lives,    but the poor won’t even get threatened. Many of us have had this experience praying for people. but who can find one who is truly reliable? 9 The life of the godly is full of light and joy,    but the light of the wicked will be snuffed out. 2 People may be pure in their own eyes,    but the Lord examines their motives. 2 Fools have no interest in understanding;    they only want to air their own opinions. 18 Plans succeed through good counsel;    don’t go to war without wise advice. Their ears are open for knowledge. As in Greek and Syriac versions; Hebrew lacks, An alternate reading in the Masoretic Text is. 23 The Lord detests double standards;    he is not pleased by dishonest scales. Arguments separate friends like a gate locked with bars. 3 Those who control their tongue will have a long life;    opening your mouth can ruin everything. 24 The Lord directs our steps,    so why try to understand everything along the way? 19 Evil people will bow before good people;    the wicked will bow at the gates of the godly. 12 The king’s anger is like a lion’s roar,    but his favor is like dew on the grass. Proverbs 4:14, KJV: "Enter not into the path of the wicked, and go not in the way of evil men." 8 When a king sits in judgment, he weighs all the evidence,    distinguishing the bad from the good. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. Philippians 4:8 (NLT) And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Related Commentaries for Proverbs 12. 14 The anger of the king is a deadly threat;    the wise will try to appease it. your light will be snuffed out in total darkness. 24 There are “friends” who destroy each other,    but a real friend sticks closer than a brother. 20 Walk with the wise and become wise;    associate with fools and get in trouble. 2. 14 A wise person is hungry for knowledge,    while the fool feeds on trash. it settles disputes between powerful opponents. 13 A wise child accepts a parent’s discipline;[a]    a mocker refuses to listen to correction. Those who love their children care enough to discipline them. Tie them around your neck as a reminder. 17 Short-tempered people do foolish things,    and schemers are hated. NLT: New Living Translation . 6 A mocker seeks wisdom and never finds it,    but knowledge comes easily to those with understanding. Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm. it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time! 33 Wisdom is enshrined in an understanding heart;    wisdom is not[e] found among fools. Proverbs 13:20 NLT. Proverbs 13 - A wise son heeds his father's instruction, but a mocker does not respond to rebukes. 12 A king detests wrongdoing,    for his rule is built on justice. how much more will their friends avoid them! 25 The godly eat to their hearts’ content,    but the belly of the wicked goes hungry. Proverbs 13:20 - NLT - Whoever walks with the wise will become wise;... Study verse in the New Living Translation Sign up here! Pro 13:20 - Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm. NIV ©: He who walks with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm. Often. 28 Unfailing love and faithfulness protect the king;    his throne is made secure through love. 6 There is treasure in the house of the godly,    but the earnings of the wicked bring trouble. ... NLT New Living Translation. 16 It is senseless to pay to educate a fool,    since he has no heart for learning. 12 Haughtiness goes before destruction;    humility precedes honor. 13 A glad heart makes a happy face;    a broken heart crushes the spirit. 27 Greed brings grief to the whole family,    but those who hate bribes will live. but the path of the upright is an open highway. 16 Better to have little, with fear for the Lord,    than to have great treasure and inner turmoil. "A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger." for you won’t find knowledge on their lips. New Living Translation Update. but the earnings of the wicked bring trouble. 4 Those too lazy to plow in the right season    will have no food at the harvest. 33 Fear of the Lord teaches wisdom;    humility precedes honor. wisdom flows from the wise like a bubbling brook. blessed are their children who follow them. Looking for a fundamental understanding of the Bible? than a hundred lashes on the back of a fool. (actor) Michael Jordan – Basketball *JESUS – The church! 2 Wise words will win you a good meal,    but treacherous people have an appetite for violence. 24 Sensible people keep their eyes glued on wisdom,    but a fool’s eyes wander to the ends of the earth. Proverbs 13:20English Standard Version (ESV) 20 Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm. the mouth of the wicked overflows with evil words. 4 Wrongdoers eagerly listen to gossip;    liars pay close attention to slander. Proverbs 15:1 (NIV) The heart of the righteous weighs its Proverbs 4:14, NASB: "Do not enter the path of the wicked And do not proceed in the way of evil men." The benefit is Proverbs 17:27-28. 20 Walk with the wise and become wise;    associate with fools and get in trouble. Proverbs 14. 12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick,    but a dream fulfilled is a tree of life. 21 It is painful to be the parent of a fool;    there is no joy for the father of a rebel. 21 It is a sin to belittle one’s neighbor;    blessed are those who help the poor. 14 Backsliders get what they deserve;    good people receive their reward. 8 Proverbs 3:13 NLT Joyful is the person who finds wisdom, the (Proverbs 13:20 ESV). Proverbs 13:20 (NIV) A simple man believes anything, but a prudent man gives thought to his steps. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. 32 The wicked are crushed by disaster,    but the godly have a refuge when they die. 11 The rich think of their wealth as a strong defense;    they imagine it to be a high wall of safety. 17 Stolen bread tastes sweet,    but it turns to gravel in the mouth. 11 The Lord demands accurate scales and balances;    he sets the standards for fairness. 19 Better to live humbly with the poor    than to share plunder with the proud. fools don’t—and even brag about their foolishness. Recent Articles "I’m Awesome” And 8 Other Preaching Traps To Avoid By Ben Reed on September 7, 2020 Share Your Sermon On Thursday By Brian Croft on September 8, 2020 but he delights in the prayers of the upright. Proverbs 13:20 He that walketh H1980 with wise H2450 men shall be wise H2449 : but a companion H7462 of fools H3684 shall be destroyed H7321 . 19 A gossip goes around telling secrets,    so don’t hang around with chatterers. Proverbs 13:1-25 NIV 1A wise son heeds his father’s instruction, but a mocker does not respond to rebukes. but a broken spirit saps a person’s strength. 12 It is safer to meet a bear robbed of her cubs    than to confront a fool caught in foolishness. 25 If you punish a mocker, the simpleminded will learn a lesson;    if you correct the wise, they will be all the wiser. 10 Each heart knows its own bitterness,    and no one else can fully share its joy. If you rescue them once, you will have to do it again. 7 Eloquent words are not fitting for a fool;    even less are lies fitting for a ruler. Proverbs 11:13 NLT A gossip goes around telling secrets, but those who are trustworthy can keep a confidence. 19 An offended friend is harder to win back than a fortified city. Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. but he hears the prayers of the righteous. 15 A gentle answer deflects anger,    but harsh words make tempers flare. Proverbs 13 :: New Living Translation (NLT) Strong's. 16 Wise people think before they act;    fools don’t—and even brag about their foolishness. 22 The man who finds a wife finds a treasure,    and he receives favor from the Lord. they only want to air their own opinions. 9 Fools make fun of guilt,    but the godly acknowledge it and seek reconciliation. 30 Physical punishment cleanses away evil;[q]    such discipline purifies the heart. 23 The wicked take secret bribes    to pervert the course of justice. But can they be trusted? and will share the inheritance of the master’s children. 16 We can make our own plans,    but the Lord gives the right answer. 18 Simpletons are clothed with foolishness,[d]    but the prudent are crowned with knowledge. 31 Gray hair is a crown of glory;    it is gained by living a godly life. Proverbs 13:20, KJV: "He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed." Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise. 15 For the despondent, every day brings trouble;    for the happy heart, life is a continual feast. 28 A growing population is a king’s glory;    a prince without subjects has nothing. Proverbs 13:20 Cross References « Proverbs 13:19 | Proverbs 13:21 » | Compare: NIV, KJV, NLT, NKJV, NRSV, ESV | Cross references home. Proverbs 18:24 NLT There are "friends" who destroy each other, but a real friend sticks closer than a brother. 20 Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. 15 Acquitting the guilty and condemning the innocent—    both are detestable to the Lord. Proverbs 14:29 (NIV) A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. but the godly have a refuge when they die. people who cherish understanding will prosper. 2 . 9 Who can say, “I have cleansed my heart;    I am pure and free from sin”? Proverbs 13:20, ESV: "Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm." 4 The Lord has made everything for his own purposes,    even the wicked for a day of disaster. 18 If you ignore criticism, you will end in poverty and disgrace;    if you accept correction, you will be honored. 7 The lips of the wise give good advice;    the heart of a fool has none to give. everyone is the friend of a person who gives gifts! 25 Don’t trap yourself by making a rash promise to God    and only later counting the cost. 26 A wise king scatters the wicked like wheat,    then runs his threshing wheel over them. 8 The Lord detests the sacrifice of the wicked,    but he delights in the prayers of the upright. 16 How much better to get wisdom than gold,    and good judgment than silver! but the godly acknowledge it and seek reconciliation. 11 Sensible people control their temper;    they earn respect by overlooking wrongs. so why try to understand everything along the way? it offers escape from the snares of death. Proverbs 15:31 He who listens to life-giving reproof will dwell among the wise. 17 The first to speak in court sounds right—    until the cross-examination begins. 20 The crooked heart will not prosper;    the lying tongue tumbles into trouble. a quarrelsome wife is as annoying as constant dripping. Proverbs 14:15 (NIV) A patient man has great understanding, but a quick-tempered man displays folly. Proverbs 13:12 "Hope deferred maketh the heart sick: but [when] the desire cometh, [it is] a tree of life." 20 Wise words satisfy like a good meal;    the right words bring satisfaction. Those led astray by drink cannot be wise. 25 The Lord tears down the house of the proud,    but he protects the property of widows. but a foolish woman tears it down with her own hands. Proverbs 13:20 in all English translations, The NLT One Year Chronological Bible - softcover, NLT Life Application Study Bible, Third Edition--soft leather-look, brown/tan (indexed) (red letter), NLT Teen Life Application Study Bible, Softcover, NLT Dancing in the Desert Devotional Bible: A Refreshing Spiritual Journey with God's People, hardcover, NLT Study Bible, Personal Size TuTone Leatherlike Brown/Blue, Contemporary Comparative Side-by-Side Bible (NIV, NKJV, NLT, THE Message). Proverbs 13:21 - NLT - Trouble chases sinners, while blessings chase... Study verse in the New Living Translation 6 Grandchildren are the crowning glory of the aged;    parents[j] are the pride of their children. 7 Stay away from fools,    for you won’t find knowledge on their lips. Keep your eyes open, and there will be plenty to eat! but if you listen to correction, you grow in understanding. 21 The wise are known for their understanding,    and pleasant words are persuasive. 7 The relatives of the poor despise them;    how much more will their friends avoid them!Though the poor plead with them,    their friends are gone. 2 Enthusiasm without knowledge is no good;    haste makes mistakes. with their mouths shut, they seem intelligent. but a real friend sticks closer than a brother. those who rejoice at the misfortune of others will be punished. 15 A person with good sense is respected;    a treacherous person is headed for destruction.[b]. Proverbs 27:17 NIV As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend. but the words of the wise keep them safe. 14 The instruction of the wise is like a life-giving fountain;    those who accept it avoid the snares of death. 29 The glory of the young is their strength;    the gray hair of experience is the splendor of the old. but fools refuse to turn from evil to attain them. 21 An inheritance obtained too early in life    is not a blessing in the end. 11 Even Death and Destruction[g] hold no secrets from the Lord. 3 A fool’s proud talk becomes a rod that beats him,    but the words of the wise keep them safe. 26 It is wrong to punish the godly for being good    or to flog leaders for being honest. Proverbs 2:20 So you will follow in the ways of the good, and keep to the paths of the righteous. 12 Ears to hear and eyes to see—    both are gifts from the Lord. Proverbs 2:20 Follow the steps of good men instead, and stay on the paths of the righteous. NIV New International Version. 11. 11 Evil people are eager for rebellion,    but they will be severely punished. 8 The prudent understand where they are going,    but fools deceive themselves. a sensible person stays on the right path. are an embarrassment and a public disgrace. 3Those who guard their lips preserve their lives, but those who speak rashly will come to ruin. and bitterness to the one who gave them birth. 17 Better a dry crust eaten in peace    than a house filled with feasting—and conflict. Proverbs 13:19 It is pleasant to see dreams come true, but fools refuse to turn from evil to attain them. 31 Those who oppress the poor insult their Maker,    but helping the poor honors him. 14 A wise woman builds her home,    but a foolish woman tears it down with her own hands. 16 Get security from someone who guarantees a stranger’s debt. 6 Unfailing love and faithfulness make atonement for sin. 27 Scoundrels create trouble;    their words are a destructive blaze. 2 The tongue of the wise makes knowledge appealing,    but the mouth of a fool belches out foolishness. but the light of the wicked will be snuffed out. 14 Fathers can give their sons an inheritance of houses and wealth,    but only the Lord can give an understanding wife. Proverbs … the wicked will bow at the gates of the godly. 26 It is good for workers to have an appetite;    an empty stomach drives them on. 18 Discipline your children while there is hope. 18 Flipping a coin[l] can end arguments;    it settles disputes between powerful opponents. Proverbs 12:20 New King James Version << Proverbs 11 | Proverbs 12 | Proverbs 13 >> 20 Deceit is in the heart of those who devise evil, But counselors of peace have joy. It is better to be poor than dishonest. is better than steak with someone you hate. 28 Even fools are thought wise when they keep silent;    with their mouths shut, they seem intelligent. 25 A truthful witness saves lives,    but a false witness is a traitor. Preferences | Advanced Search. By fearing the Lord, people avoid evil. 17 The path of the virtuous leads away from evil;    whoever follows that path is safe. Proverbs 15:1 NIV A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. 13 People who despise advice are asking for trouble;    those who respect a command will succeed. 15 Only simpletons believe everything they’re told! 15 Lazy people sleep soundly,    but idleness leaves them hungry. Those who love their children care enough to discipline them. keeping his eye on both the evil and the good. Proverbs 13:20—Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. 15 Proverbs 11:24 NLT Give freely and become more wealthy; be stingy and lose everything. 8 Better to have little, with godliness,    than to be rich and dishonest. 31 If you listen to constructive criticism,    you will be at home among the wise. 4 Without oxen a stable stays clean,    but you need a strong ox for a large harvest. 7 The godly walk with integrity;    blessed are their children who follow them. 15 When the king smiles, there is life;    his favor refreshes like a spring rain. 13 A wise child accepts a parent’s discipline;[a] a mocker refuses to listen to correction. Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm. they imagine it to be a high wall of safety. but dwelling on it separates close friends. 10 Pride leads to conflict;    those who take advice are wise. NLT 20 Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. How much more does he know the human heart! 19 Better to be poor and honest    than to be dishonest and a fool. Proverbs 27:6 NLT Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm. 19 A lazy person’s way is blocked with briers,    but the path of the upright is an open highway. 27 Fear of the Lord is a life-giving fountain;    it offers escape from the snares of death. Listen to the Bible. 13 Laughter can conceal a heavy heart,    but when the laughter ends, the grief remains. even their enemies are at peace with them. Proverbs 3 Trust in the Lord with All Your Heart. 19 Anyone who loves to quarrel loves sin;    anyone who trusts in high walls invites disaster. 28 A corrupt witness makes a mockery of justice;    the mouth of the wicked gulps down evil. 20 Those who listen to instruction will prosper;    those who trust the Lord will be joyful. Proverbs 13:20 NLT Whoever walks with the wise will become wise; whoever walks with fools will suffer harm. 1 My child, 1 never forget the things I have taught you. New Living Translation (NLT) Bible Book List. 3 Avoiding a fight is a mark of honor;    only fools insist on quarreling. Proverbs 12:16 (NLT) How often do my children react with screaming, yelling, and tears when they are wronged by a sibling or a friend? The Bible Says: Friends are . 20 Sensible children bring joy to their father;    foolish children despise their mother. but a fool’s eyes wander to the ends of the earth. 2 If you do this, you will live many years, and your life will be satisfying.. 3 Never let loyalty and kindness leave you! Paragraph. 18 Pride goes before destruction,    and haughtiness before a fall. 11 Even children are known by the way they act,    whether their conduct is pure, and whether it is right. than to confront a fool caught in foolishness. Get a deposit if he does it for foreigners. 18 Unfriendly people care only about themselves;    they lash out at common sense. 17 An unreliable messenger stumbles into trouble,    but a reliable messenger brings healing. and the backs of fools are made to be beaten. ~ Proverbs 13:20 This post speaks directly to the thought that good friends will bring you up. a person with understanding will draw it out. 23 The poor plead for mercy;    the rich answer with insults. 20 The poor are despised even by their neighbors,    while the rich have many “friends.”. Those led astray by drink cannot be wise. sweet to the soul and healthy for the body. those who take the wrong path despise him. those who love to talk will reap the consequences. better to have self-control than to conquer a city. 16 Keep the commandments and keep your life;    despising them leads to death. 17 A friend is always loyal,    and a brother is born to help in time of need. Walketh H1980 Halak Bible Language … Arguments separate friends like a gate locked with bars. for the happy heart, life is a continual feast. 22 Loyalty makes a person attractive. 22 Plans go wrong for lack of advice;    many advisers bring success. 30 With narrowed eyes, people plot evil;    with a smirk, they plan their mischief. anyone who trusts in high walls invites disaster. 16 The wise are cautious[c] and avoid danger;    fools plunge ahead with reckless confidence. 5 The godly hate lies;    the wicked cause shame and disgrace. the gray hair of experience is the splendor of the old. 5 An honest witness does not lie;    a false witness breathes lies. Red Letter. 6 Fools’ words get them into constant quarrels;    they are asking for a beating. Proverbs 13:20 (NLT) Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. 22 Discretion is a life-giving fountain to those who possess it,    but discipline is wasted on fools. How much more does he know the human heart! 3 Commit your actions to the Lord,    and your plans will succeed. Quotations designated (NIV) are from THE HOLY BIBLE: NEW INTERNATIONAL … there is no joy for the father of a rebel. 21 Foolishness brings joy to those with no sense;    a sensible person stays on the right path. Proverbs 13:20. 3 Fire tests the purity of silver and gold,    but the Lord tests the heart. 20 If you insult your father or mother,    your light will be snuffed out in total darkness. 4 Gentle words are a tree of life;    a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit. NLT/KJV Bound for Glory Parallel Bible, Hardcover, NLT One Year Chronological Bible Creative Expressions, Softcover, The One Year Chronological Bible NLT - eBook, NLT Life Application Large-Print Study Bible, Third Edition--soft leather-look, brown, tan, red letter (indexed). 10 A single rebuke does more for a person of understanding    than a hundred lashes on the back of a fool. 32 If you reject discipline, you only harm yourself;    but if you listen to correction, you grow in understanding. 11 The house of the wicked will be destroyed,    but the tent of the godly will flourish. The prudent carefully consider their steps. 8 Rumors are dainty morsels    that sink deep into one’s heart. 6 Many seek favors from a ruler;    everyone is the friend of a person who gives gifts! 20 Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. so you will be wise the rest of your life. 29 Violent people mislead their companions,    leading them down a harmful path. 6 Godliness guards the path of the blameless,    but the evil are misled by sin. o 1 Corinthians 15:33 (NLT) o Proverbs 13:20 (NLT) - A close relationship that makes you similar o Examples: Martin Luther King Jr. – Civil Rights John and Charles Wesley – Methodist church Ronald Reagan – G.O.P. Cancel. 13 Spouting off before listening to the facts    is both shameful and foolish. 24 The path of life leads upward for the wise;    they leave the grave[h] behind. a person with understanding is even-tempered. 24 Those who spare the rod of discipline hate their children. 13 A foolish child[m] is a calamity to a father;    a quarrelsome wife is as annoying as constant dripping. Proverbs 13:20 Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. 12 There is a path before each person that seems right,    but it ends in death. 23 From a wise mind comes wise speech;    the words of the wise are persuasive. 23 Fear of the Lord leads to life,    bringing security and protection from harm. The prudent carefully consider their steps. 27 The Lord’s light penetrates the human spirit,[p]    exposing every hidden motive. 34 Godliness makes a nation great,    but sin is a disgrace to any people. This will cause you to be heart sick, because you feel it will never happen. 27 If you stop listening to instruction, my child,    you will turn your back on knowledge. Get a deposit if he does it for foreigners.[o]. NLT Proverbs 13 1 A wise child accepts a parent’s discipline; a mocker refuses to listen to correction. 29 The Lord is far from the wicked,    but he hears the prayers of the righteous. Pro 13:20. 13 If you love sleep, you will end in poverty. Tools. 9 A lazy person is as bad as    someone who destroys things. ESV English Standard Version. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. than to have great treasure and inner turmoil. 21 You can make many plans,    but the Lord’s purpose will prevail. 9 A false witness will not go unpunished,    and a liar will be destroyed. New Living Translation (NLT). Version. if you plan to do good, you will receive unfailing love and faithfulness. 6 Many will say they are loyal friends,    but who can find one who is truly reliable? I once heard someone say to never take advice from anyone who isn’t smarter than you in an area. Keep your eyes open, and there will be plenty to eat! 14 The human spirit can endure a sick body,    but who can bear a crushed spirit? 15 Wise words are more valuable    than much gold and many rubies. Proverbs 15:31 If you listen to constructive criticism, you will be at home among the wise. 3 People ruin their lives by their own foolishness    and then are angry at the Lord. 5 Those who mock the poor insult their Maker;    those who rejoice at the misfortune of others will be punished. 14 Starting a quarrel is like opening a floodgate,    so stop before a dispute breaks out. We see here, a person looking forward to something happening and it seems to be longer and longer in coming. 10 Whoever abandons the right path will be severely disciplined;    whoever hates correction will die. 10 False weights and unequal measures[n]—    the Lord detests double standards of every kind. 2 The king’s fury is like a lion’s roar;    to rouse his anger is to risk your life. 24 Wealth is a crown for the wise;    the effort of fools yields only foolishness. NIV 20 Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm. if you accept correction, you will be honored. 9 The Lord detests the way of the wicked,    but he loves those who pursue godliness. This is a good time to teach Proverbs 12:16. 8 To acquire wisdom is to love yourself;    people who cherish understanding will prosper. Proverbs 13:20 NIV Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm. but when the laughter ends, the grief remains. Font Size. New Living Translation (NLT). 22 If you plan to do evil, you will be lost;    if you plan to do good, you will receive unfailing love and faithfulness. 4 Wise words are like deep waters;    wisdom flows from the wise like a bubbling brook. a treacherous person is headed for destruction. 27 A truly wise person uses few words;    a person with understanding is even-tempered. 29 People with understanding control their anger;    a hot temper shows great foolishness. 12 Mockers hate to be corrected,    so they stay away from the wise. a mocker refuses to listen to correction. fools plunge ahead with reckless confidence. NET ©: The one who associates 1 with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm. Otherwise you will ruin their lives. 2 Proverbs 13:20 NLT Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. 5 Only a fool despises a parent’s[f] discipline;    whoever learns from correction is wise. Don’t befriend angry people or associate with hot-tempered people, or you will learn to be like them and endanger your soul (Proverbs 22:24-25 NLT). 8 A bribe is like a lucky charm;    whoever gives one will prosper! but the sinner’s wealth passes to the godly. 33 We may throw the dice,[i]    but the Lord determines how they fall. 20 Get all the advice and instruction you can,    so you will be wise the rest of your life. 25 Foolish children[k] bring grief to their father    and bitterness to the one who gave them birth. Proverbs 13:20 KJ21 He that walketh with wise men shall be wise, but a companion of fools shall be destroyed. Proverbs 12. (NLT) Proverbs 20:6—There are many who say, "You can trust me!" the effort of fools yields only foolishness. 5 Though good advice lies deep within the heart,    a person with understanding will draw it out. 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