18 Need and shame will be the fate of him who is uncontrolled by training; but he who takes note of teaching will be honoured.

19 To get one's desire is sweet to the soul, but to give up evil is disgusting to the foolish.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 13:18-19

Commentary on Proverbs 13:18

(Read Proverbs 13:18)

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

Commentary on Proverbs 13:19

(Read Proverbs 13:19)

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.