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Proverbs 13:18

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

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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

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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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