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Proverbs 13:18–20

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Poverty and shame shall be to him that refuseth instruction: but he that regardeth reproof shall be honoured.
The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul: but it is abomination to fools to depart from evil.
He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.
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From verse 18

  1. Proverbs 15:5Rank 1 from verse 18
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    5A fool despiseth his father’s instruction: but he that regardeth reproof is prudent.

  2. Proverbs 15:31–32Rank 2 from verse 18
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    31The ear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise.

    32He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.

  3. Proverbs 12:1Rank 3 from verse 18
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    1WHOSO loveth instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof is brutish.

  4. Proverbs 13:13Rank 4 from verse 18
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    13Whoso despiseth the word shall be destroyed: but he that feareth the commandment shall be rewarded.

  5. Proverbs 25:12Rank 5 from verse 18
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    12As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.

From verse 19

  1. Proverbs 13:12Rank 1 from verse 19
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    12Hope deferred maketh the heart sick: but when the desire cometh, it is a tree of life.

  2. Revelation 7:14–17Rank 2 from verse 19
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    14And I said unto him, Sir, thou knowest. And he said to me, These are they which came out of great tribulation, and have washed their robes, and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.

    15Therefore are they before the throne of God, and serve him day and night in his temple: and he that sitteth on the throne shall dwell among them.

    16They shall hunger no more, neither thirst any more; neither shall the sun light on them, nor any heat.

    17For the Lamb which is in the midst of the throne shall feed them, and shall lead them unto living fountains of waters: and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes.

  3. Proverbs 29:27Rank 3 from verse 19
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    27An unjust man is an abomination to the just: and he that is upright in the way is abomination to the wicked.

  4. 2 Timothy 2:19Rank 4 from verse 19
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    19Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity.

  5. Proverbs 16:17Rank 5 from verse 19
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    17The highway of the upright is to depart from evil: he that keepeth his way preserveth his soul.

From verse 20

  1. 1 Corinthians 15:33–34Rank 1 from verse 20
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    33Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners.

    34Awake to righteousness, and sin not; for some have not the knowledge of God: I speak this to your shame.

  2. Proverbs 15:31Rank 2 from verse 20
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    31The ear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise.

  3. Proverbs 9:6Rank 3 from verse 20
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    6Forsake the foolish, and live; and go in the way of understanding.

  4. 2 Corinthians 6:14–18Rank 4 from verse 20
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    14Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?

    15And what concord hath Christ with Belial? or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel?

    16And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people.

    17Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you,

    18And will be a Father unto you, and ye shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord Almighty.

  5. Psalms 119:63Rank 5 from verse 20
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    63I am a companion of all them that fear thee, and of them that keep thy precepts.

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Proverbs 13:18

COMBINED MEANING

poverty

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The condition of being poor, destitute, or lacking necessary provision.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references · Webster 1828

COMBINED MEANING

shame

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Sense 1: A painful sense of guilt, disgrace, or dishonor. Sense 2: As a verb, to make ashamed or bring disgrace upon.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

COMBINED MEANING

shall

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An auxiliary verb expressing future action, intention, promise, command, requirement, or determination.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references · Webster 1828

COMBINED MEANING

instruction

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Teaching or information that directs understanding and conduct; correction, discipline, or an instructive warning.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references · Webster 1828

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but

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Sense 1: However; marking contrast or qualification. Sense 2: Except or unless; excluding all others or alternatives. Sense 3: Only; no more than what follows.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references · Skeat 1893 · Webster 1828

DEFINED WORDS

Proverbs 13:19

COMBINED MEANING

desire

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Sense 1: A wish, longing, request, pleasure, or thing wished for. Sense 2: To wish for, long for, request, or take pleasure in.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

COMBINED MEANING

accomplished

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Past-tense, participial, or adjectival form of accomplish, meaning to finish, complete, fulfill, or bring to an end.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

COMBINED MEANING

sweet

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Sense 1: Pleasing to the taste or smell. Sense 2: Pleasant, agreeable, or delightful to the senses or mind.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

COMBINED MEANING

soul

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Sense 1: A living person or creature; a life or self. Sense 2: The inward self distinguished from the body. Sense 3: The seat of desire or appetite.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

COMBINED MEANING

but

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Sense 1: However; marking contrast or qualification. Sense 2: Except or unless; excluding all others or alternatives. Sense 3: Only; no more than what follows.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references · Skeat 1893 · Webster 1828

COMBINED MEANING

abomination

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Sense 1: A person, thing, act, practice, creature, or condition regarded as detestable or loathsome. Sense 2: An idol or idolatrous thing so regarded.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references · Skeat 1893

COMBINED MEANING

fools

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Persons lacking wisdom or sound judgment, especially in moral or spiritual conduct.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

COMBINED MEANING

depart

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1. To leave, go away, or move from a place or person. 2. To cease to remain, be removed, disappear, or pass away. 3. To turn or separate from a way, practice, allegiance, or relationship. 4. To leave earthly life or this world.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

COMBINED MEANING

evil

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Sense 1: Moral wickedness, sin, wrong, or corruption. Sense 2: Harm, misery, calamity, adversity, or punishment.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

DEFINED WORDS

Proverbs 13:20

COMBINED MEANING

wise

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Sense 1: Possessing or exercising understanding, knowledge, prudence, judgment, discernment, or skill; also a wise person. Sense 2: In phrases such as in no wise, way, manner, respect, or degree.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

COMBINED MEANING

shall

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An auxiliary verb expressing future action, intention, promise, command, requirement, or determination.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references · Webster 1828

COMBINED MEANING

but

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Sense 1: However; marking contrast or qualification. Sense 2: Except or unless; excluding all others or alternatives. Sense 3: Only; no more than what follows.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references · Skeat 1893 · Webster 1828

COMBINED MEANING

companion

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One who accompanies, associates, or shares a condition, work, covenant, or fellowship with another; a fellow, mate, or partner.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references · Webster 1828

COMBINED MEANING

fools

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Persons lacking wisdom or sound judgment, especially in moral or spiritual conduct.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

COMBINED MEANING

destroyed

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Past-tense or past-participial form of destroy. Sense 1: Ruined, demolished, consumed, or laid waste. Sense 2: Killed or cut off. Sense 3: Caused a thing's structure, use, activity, or present condition to cease.

Meaning drawn from: KJV context and cross-references

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13:17A wicked messenger falleth into mischief: but a faithful ambassador is health.

13:18Poverty and shame shall be to him that refuseth instruction: but he that regardeth reproof shall be honoured.

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13:19The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul: but it is abomination to fools to depart from evil.

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13:20He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.

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13:21Evil pursueth sinners: but to the righteous good shall be repayed.

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