18 Poverty and shame come to him who refuses discipline,
but he who heeds correction shall be honored.

19 Longing fulfilled is sweet to the soul,
but fools detest turning from evil.

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

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.