Proverbs 13:20

World English Bible

One who walks with wise men grows wise,
but a companion of fools suffers harm.

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Proverbs 13:20 in other translations

Walk with wise men, and thou shalt be wise; But the companion of fools shall smart for it.

Proverbs 13:20 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 13:20 in context

  1. 18Poverty and shame come to him who refuses discipline,
    but he who heeds correction shall be honored.
  2. 19Longing fulfilled is sweet to the soul,
    but fools detest turning from evil.
  3. 20One who walks with wise men grows wise,
    but a companion of fools suffers harm.
  4. 21Misfortune pursues sinners,
    but prosperity rewards the righteous.
  5. 22A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children,
    but the wealth of the sinner is stored for the righteous.

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