Proverbs 13:17
Other Translations of Proverbs 13:17
New International Version
17 A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a trustworthy envoy brings healing.
English Standard Version
17 A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a faithful envoy brings healing.
The Message
17 Irresponsible talk makes a real mess of things, but a reliable reporter is a healing presence.
New King James Version
17 A wicked messenger falls into trouble, But a faithful ambassador brings health.
New Living Translation
17 An unreliable messenger stumbles into trouble, but a reliable messenger brings healing.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 13:17
Commentary on Proverbs 13:17
(Read Proverbs 13:17)
Those that are wicked, and false to Christ and to the souls of men, do mischief, and fall into mischief; but those that are faithful, find sound words healing to others and to themselves.