20 Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.
21 Disaster 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
(Read Proverbs 13:20)
Multitudes are brought to ruin by bad company. And all that make themselves wicked will be destroyed.
Commentary on Proverbs 13:21
(Read Proverbs 13:21)
When God pursues sinners he is sure to overtake them; and he will reward the righteous.
Commentary on Proverbs 13:22
(Read Proverbs 13:22)
The servant of God who is not anxious about riches, takes the best method of providing for his children.