Proverbs 13:20
“He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.”
Proverbs 13:20 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- He that walketh with the wise, shall be wise: a friend of fools shall become like to them.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Walk with wise men, and thou shalt be wise; But the companion of fools shall smart for it.
- DARBYDarby
- He that walketh with wise men becometh wise; but a companion of the foolish will be depraved.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- One who walks with wise men grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- Whoso is walking with wise men is wise, And a companion of fools suffereth evil.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Whoever walks with the wise will become wise, but a companion of fools will suffer harm.
Context: Proverbs 13
18Poverty and shame shall be to him that refuseth instruction: but he that regardeth reproof shall be honoured.
19The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul: but it is abomination to fools to depart from evil.
20He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.
21Evil pursueth sinners: but to the righteous good shall be repayed.
22A good man leaveth an inheritance to his children's children: and the wealth of the sinner is laid up for the just.
About Proverbs 13: The Value of Wisdom
Proverbs 13 emphasizes the significance of heeding instruction, contrasting the outcomes of those who listen and those who disregard wisdom.
Commentary
The terms "wisdom" and "foolishness" are central to Proverbs 13. The chapter emphasizes the benefits of seeking wisdom and the disastrous consequences of foolishness. It also emphasizes the importance of self-control, particularly in the areas of speech and money management. The chapter highlights the value of obedience to God's commands and the blessings that result from it. Overall, Proverbs 13 encourages readers to pursue wisdom and to make choices that will lead to a prosperous and fulfilling life.