Proverbs 13:19
The Scripture
(19) The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul: but it is abomination to fools to depart from evil.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the story contrasts a wealthy man who is foolish with a poor man who is wise. It shows that wealth does not bring wisdom and that the rich man may be a fool while the poor man is wise. The passage warns against trusting riches and encourages humility and knowledge.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 13:12I Kings 1:48Psalms 21:1Psalms 21:2Song of Solomon 3:4II Timothy 4:7II Timothy 4:8Revelation 7:14Revelation 7:15Revelation 7:16Revelation 7:17Proverbs 29:27
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