18 Poverty and shame will come to him who neglects discipline , But he who regards reproof will be honored .

19 Desire realized is sweet to the soul , But it is an abomination to fools to turn away from evil .

20 He who walks with wise men will be wise , But the companion of fools will suffer harm .

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.