20 Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.

21 Disaster[1] pursues sinners, but the righteous are rewarded with good.

22 A good man leaves an inheritance to his children's children, but the sinner's wealth is laid up for the righteous.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 13:20-22

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.

Commentary on Proverbs 13:21

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When God pursues sinners he is sure to overtake them; and he will reward the righteous.

Commentary on Proverbs 13:22

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The servant of God who is not anxious about riches, takes the best method of providing for his children.