18 Refuse discipline and end up homeless; embrace correction and live an honored life.

19 Souls who follow their hearts thrive; fools bent on evil despise matters of soul.

20 Become wise by walking with the wise; hang out with fools and watch your life fall to pieces.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 13:18-20

Commentary on Proverbs 13:18

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He that scorns to be taught, will certainly be brought down.

Commentary on Proverbs 13:19

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There are in man strong desires after happiness; but never let those expect any thing truly sweet to their souls, who will not be persuaded to leave their sins.

Commentary on Proverbs 13:20

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Multitudes are brought to ruin by bad company. And all that make themselves wicked will be destroyed.