11 The rich think of their wealth as a strong defense;    they imagine it to be a high wall of safety. 15 A gentle answer deflects anger,    but harsh words make tempers flare. Listen to the Bible. 19 Anyone who loves to quarrel loves sin;    anyone who trusts in high walls invites disaster. 11 Evil people are eager for rebellion,    but they will be severely punished. those who love to talk will reap the consequences. 11 Even children are known by the way they act,    whether their conduct is pure, and whether it is right. 19 It is pleasant to see dreams come true,    but fools refuse to turn from evil to attain them. 22 A cheerful heart is good medicine,    but a broken spirit saps a person’s strength. 11 The Lord demands accurate scales and balances;    he sets the standards for fairness. 23 The Lord detests double standards;    he is not pleased by dishonest scales. Proverbs 15:17 NLT A bowl of soup with someone you love is better than steak with someone you hate. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. 10 It isn’t right for a fool to live in luxury    or for a slave to rule over princes! 2 . 16 How much better to get wisdom than gold,    and good judgment than silver! Proverbs 12:16 (NLT) How often do my children react with screaming, yelling, and tears when they are wronged by a sibling or a friend? 21 It is painful to be the parent of a fool;    there is no joy for the father of a rebel. Those who love their children care enough to discipline them. 27 Greed brings grief to the whole family,    but those who hate bribes will live. Read full chapter. Scripture quoted by permission. NLT Proverbs 13 1 A wise child accepts a parent’s discipline; a mocker refuses to listen to correction. Gain a concise, fundamental grasp of what the Bible is all about. Proverbs 4:14, NASB: "Do not enter the path of the wicked And do not proceed in the way of evil men." 15 Intelligent people are always ready to learn. NLT: New Living Translation . This is a good time to teach Proverbs 12:16. how much more will their friends avoid them! and the backs of fools are made to be beaten. If you rescue them once, you will have to do it again. 2 Fools have no interest in understanding;    they only want to air their own opinions. 30 With narrowed eyes, people plot evil;    with a smirk, they plan their mischief. but when the laughter ends, the grief remains. for you won’t find knowledge on their lips. Quotations designated (NIV) are from THE HOLY BIBLE: NEW INTERNATIONAL … 15 For the despondent, every day brings trouble;    for the happy heart, life is a continual feast. 13 Spouting off before listening to the facts    is both shameful and foolish. but dwelling on it separates close friends. 15 Proverbs 11:24 NLT Give freely and become more wealthy; be stingy and lose everything. Proverbs 3 Trust in the Lord with All Your Heart. Those led astray by drink cannot be wise. a person with understanding is even-tempered. ESV English Standard Version. 16 Get security from someone who guarantees a stranger’s debt. Those led astray by drink cannot be wise. 31 If you listen to constructive criticism,    you will be at home among the wise. 9 The Lord detests the way of the wicked,    but he loves those who pursue godliness. there is no joy for the father of a rebel. 8 To acquire wisdom is to love yourself;    people who cherish understanding will prosper. Proverbs 13:20 NIV • Proverbs 13:20 NLT • Proverbs 13:20 ESV • Proverbs 13:20 NASB • Proverbs 13:20 KJV • Proverbs 13:20 Interlinear • Proverbs 13:20 Commentaries • Proverbs 13:20 Parallel Texts • Proverbs 13:20 Bible Apps • Proverbs 13:20 Parallel • Bible Hub Proverbs 13:20 NLT. but the light of the wicked will be snuffed out. it settles disputes between powerful opponents. 12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick,    but a dream fulfilled is a tree of life. 18 Unfriendly people care only about themselves;    they lash out at common sense. The people you choose to spend time with and get advice from matters a lot to your future. 9 We can make our plans,    but the Lord determines our steps. 26 Children who mistreat their father or chase away their mother    are an embarrassment and a public disgrace. 25 Don’t trap yourself by making a rash promise to God    and only later counting the cost. 6 Godliness guards the path of the blameless,    but the evil are misled by sin. Preferences | Advanced Search. 7 The mouths of fools are their ruin;    they trap themselves with their lips. 13 A foolish child[m] is a calamity to a father;    a quarrelsome wife is as annoying as constant dripping. are an embarrassment and a public disgrace. 13 If you repay good with evil,    evil will never leave your house. 30 Physical punishment cleanses away evil;[q]    such discipline purifies the heart. Recent Articles "I’m Awesome” And 8 Other Preaching Traps To Avoid By Ben Reed on September 7, 2020 Share Your Sermon On Thursday By Brian Croft on September 8, 2020 2 People may be pure in their own eyes,    but the Lord examines their motives. 33 We may throw the dice,[i]    but the Lord determines how they fall. 22 Good people leave an inheritance to their grandchildren,    but the sinner’s wealth passes to the godly. 27 If you stop listening to instruction, my child,    you will turn your back on knowledge. ~ Proverbs 13:20 This post speaks directly to the thought that good friends will bring you up. Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm. New Living Translation (NLT) Bible Book List. 25 The godly eat to their hearts’ content,    but the belly of the wicked goes hungry. but a foolish woman tears it down with her own hands. people who cherish understanding will prosper. 10 Each heart knows its own bitterness,    and no one else can fully share its joy. but if you listen to correction, you grow in understanding. 32 Better to be patient than powerful;    better to have self-control than to conquer a city. those who accept it avoid the snares of death. 16 Wise people think before they act;    fools don’t—and even brag about their foolishness. Many of us have had this experience praying for people. 13 People who despise advice are asking for trouble;    those who respect a command will succeed. 2 If you do this, you will live many years, and your life will be satisfying.. 3 Never let loyalty and kindness leave you! Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. 16 The wise are cautious[c] and avoid danger;    fools plunge ahead with reckless confidence. Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm. 3 Avoiding a fight is a mark of honor;    only fools insist on quarreling. I once heard someone say to never take advice from anyone who isn’t smarter than you in an area. 7 The lips of the wise give good advice;    the heart of a fool has none to give. If you've ever spent a day with a friend and then felt totally exhausted and misunderstood at the end, you know what this quote means. Arguments separate friends like a gate locked with bars. 17 The path of the virtuous leads away from evil;    whoever follows that path is safe. 20 The crooked heart will not prosper;    the lying tongue tumbles into trouble. Proverbs 13:20English Standard Version (ESV) 20 Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm. 29 People with understanding control their anger;    a hot temper shows great foolishness. 7 Stay away from fools,    for you won’t find knowledge on their lips. Proverbs 13:20. NLT/KJV Bound for Glory Parallel Bible, Hardcover, NLT One Year Chronological Bible Creative Expressions, Softcover, The One Year Chronological Bible NLT - eBook, NLT Life Application Large-Print Study Bible, Third Edition--soft leather-look, brown, tan, red letter (indexed). than to confront a fool caught in foolishness. but a broken spirit saps a person’s strength. Proverbs 14:15 (NIV) A patient man has great understanding, but a quick-tempered man displays folly. 9 A lazy person is as bad as    someone who destroys things. 6 Many will say they are loyal friends,    but who can find one who is truly reliable? 28 Even fools are thought wise when they keep silent;    with their mouths shut, they seem intelligent. 7 The godly walk with integrity;    blessed are their children who follow them. Red Letter. By fearing the Lord, people avoid evil. 9 Fools make fun of guilt,    but the godly acknowledge it and seek reconciliation. This will cause you to be heart sick, because you feel it will never happen. 23 Everyone enjoys a fitting reply;    it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time! Read verse in New Living Translation 5 Though good advice lies deep within the heart,    a person with understanding will draw it out. sweet to the soul and healthy for the body. Proverbs … 14 Starting a quarrel is like opening a floodgate,    so stop before a dispute breaks out. "A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger." 24 There are “friends” who destroy each other,    but a real friend sticks closer than a brother. 14 The human spirit can endure a sick body,    but who can bear a crushed spirit? 28 A corrupt witness makes a mockery of justice;    the mouth of the wicked gulps down evil. 12 The king’s anger is like a lion’s roar,    but his favor is like dew on the grass. but treacherous people have an appetite for violence. 17 If you help the poor, you are lending to the Lord—    and he will repay you! 14 Fathers can give their sons an inheritance of houses and wealth,    but only the Lord can give an understanding wife. 5 It is not right to acquit the guilty    or deny justice to the innocent. Tools. Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. 14 A wise person is hungry for knowledge,    while the fool feeds on trash. Proverbs 13:20 (NIV) A simple man believes anything, but a prudent man gives thought to his steps. 24 Those who spare the rod of discipline hate their children. 16 Keep the commandments and keep your life;    despising them leads to death. Proverbs 2:20 So you will follow in the ways of the good, and keep to the paths of the righteous. 8 Proverbs 3:13 NLT Joyful is the person who finds wisdom, the Proverbs 13:1-25 NIV 1A wise son heeds his father’s instruction, but a mocker does not respond to rebukes. Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. 10 Pride leads to conflict;    those who take advice are wise. NIV New International Version. Proverbs 12:20 New King James Version << Proverbs 11 | Proverbs 12 | Proverbs 13 >> 20 Deceit is in the heart of those who devise evil, But counselors of peace have joy. 20 Wise words satisfy like a good meal;    the right words bring satisfaction. 5 An honest witness does not lie;    a false witness breathes lies. but the godly acknowledge it and seek reconciliation. Proverbs 15:1 NIV A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. 19 Hot-tempered people must pay the penalty. 15 Only simpletons believe everything they’re told! fools plunge ahead with reckless confidence. but the sinner’s wealth passes to the godly. 7 The relatives of the poor despise them;    how much more will their friends avoid them!Though the poor plead with them,    their friends are gone. 11 Wealth from get-rich-quick schemes quickly disappears;    wealth from hard work grows over time. and a brother is born to help in time of need. 5 The godly hate lies;    the wicked cause shame and disgrace. All rights reserved. but who can find one who is truly reliable? 16 Giving a gift can open doors;    it gives access to important people! How much more does he know the human heart! than to have great treasure and inner turmoil. Get a deposit if he does it for foreigners. 24 Lazy people take food in their hand    but don’t even lift it to their mouth. 3 Doing wrong leads to disgrace,    and scandalous behavior brings contempt. but the godly have a refuge when they die. 8 The prudent understand where they are going,    but fools deceive themselves. whether their conduct is pure, and whether it is right. so you will be wise the rest of your life. We see here, a person looking forward to something happening and it seems to be longer and longer in coming. but knowledge comes easily to those with understanding. Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. they only want to air their own opinions. Paragraph. 21 An inheritance obtained too early in life    is not a blessing in the end. Philippians 4:8 (NLT) And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. 11 Sensible people control their temper;    they earn respect by overlooking wrongs. 4 Without oxen a stable stays clean,    but you need a strong ox for a large harvest. 17 A bowl of vegetables with someone you love    is better than steak with someone you hate. 4 Wealth makes many “friends”;    poverty drives them all away. 23 Fear of the Lord leads to life,    bringing security and protection from harm. a mocker refuses to listen to correction. The Bible Says: Friends are . Verse. It is better to be poor than dishonest. Related Commentaries for Proverbs 12. Sign up here! (NLT) Proverbs 20:6—There are many who say, "You can trust me!" 9 Love prospers when a fault is forgiven,    but dwelling on it separates close friends. those who rejoice at the misfortune of others will be punished. o 1 Corinthians 15:33 (NLT) o Proverbs 13:20 (NLT) - A close relationship that makes you similar o Examples: Martin Luther King Jr. – Civil Rights John and Charles Wesley – Methodist church Ronald Reagan – G.O.P. Proverbs 13:20, ESV: "Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm." 19 Better to live humbly with the poor    than to share plunder with the proud. 20 Get all the advice and instruction you can,    so you will be wise the rest of your life. New Living Translation (NLT). 15 Lazy people sleep soundly,    but idleness leaves them hungry. 6 Fools’ words get them into constant quarrels;    they are asking for a beating. 24 The path of life leads upward for the wise;    they leave the grave[h] behind. Proverbs 13:20. 26 A wise king scatters the wicked like wheat,    then runs his threshing wheel over them. Otherwise you will ruin their lives. 18 Pride goes before destruction,    and haughtiness before a fall. 18 Flipping a coin[l] can end arguments;    it settles disputes between powerful opponents. 8 Rumors are dainty morsels    that sink deep into one’s heart. 22 Don’t say, “I will get even for this wrong.”    Wait for the Lord to handle the matter. 7 When people’s lives please the Lord,    even their enemies are at peace with them. 17 Better a dry crust eaten in peace    than a house filled with feasting—and conflict. 24 The Lord directs our steps,    so why try to understand everything along the way? 20 Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. Proverbs 13:19 Desire fulfilled is sweet to the soul, but turning from evil is detestable to fools. 5 A false witness will not go unpunished,    nor will a liar escape. 4 The Lord has made everything for his own purposes,    even the wicked for a day of disaster. Proverbs 18:24 NLT There are "friends" who destroy each other, but a real friend sticks closer than a brother. Get a deposit if he does it for foreigners.[o]. 28 A growing population is a king’s glory;    a prince without subjects has nothing. Proverbs 13:20—Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. 4 Lazy people want much but get little,    but those who work hard will prosper. Proverbs 13:21 - NLT - Trouble chases sinners, while blessings chase... Study verse in the New Living Translation 22 Plans go wrong for lack of advice;    many advisers bring success. 8 A bribe is like a lucky charm;    whoever gives one will prosper! 29 Violent people mislead their companions,    leading them down a harmful path. 27 The Lord’s light penetrates the human spirit,[p]    exposing every hidden motive. but the mouth of a fool belches out foolishness. Proverbs 13:19 It is pleasant to see dreams come true, but fools refuse to turn from evil to attain them. 15 A person with good sense is respected;    a treacherous person is headed for destruction.[b]. If you rescue them once, you will have to do it again. keeping his eye on both the evil and the good. 2 A wise servant will rule over the master’s disgraceful son    and will share the inheritance of the master’s children. As in Greek and Syriac versions; Hebrew lacks, An alternate reading in the Masoretic Text is. 12 Mockers hate to be corrected,    so they stay away from the wise. 19 A lazy person’s way is blocked with briers,    but the path of the upright is an open highway. 10 False weights and unequal measures[n]—    the Lord detests double standards of every kind. Proverbs 13:20 in all English translations, The NLT One Year Chronological Bible - softcover, NLT Life Application Study Bible, Third Edition--soft leather-look, brown/tan (indexed) (red letter), NLT Teen Life Application Study Bible, Softcover, NLT Dancing in the Desert Devotional Bible: A Refreshing Spiritual Journey with God's People, hardcover, NLT Study Bible, Personal Size TuTone Leatherlike Brown/Blue, Contemporary Comparative Side-by-Side Bible (NIV, NKJV, NLT, THE Message). 5 The Lord detests the proud;    they will surely be punished. 20 Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. Proverbs 27:6 NLT 18 Plans succeed through good counsel;    don’t go to war without wise advice. 22 Discretion is a life-giving fountain to those who possess it,    but discipline is wasted on fools. 24 Kind words are like honey—    sweet to the soul and healthy for the body. Proverbs 13:20 Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. 26 It is wrong to punish the godly for being good    or to flog leaders for being honest. 3 People ruin their lives by their own foolishness    and then are angry at the Lord. 11. 19 Evil people will bow before good people;    the wicked will bow at the gates of the godly. Often. the wicked will bow at the gates of the godly. 27 Fear of the Lord is a life-giving fountain;    it offers escape from the snares of death. 12 A king detests wrongdoing,    for his rule is built on justice. but the path of the upright is an open highway. 29 Punishment is made for mockers,    and the backs of fools are made to be beaten. Tie them around your neck as a reminder. 10 Whoever abandons the right path will be severely disciplined;    whoever hates correction will die. 11 Even Death and Destruction[g] hold no secrets from the Lord. 17 An unreliable messenger stumbles into trouble,    but a reliable messenger brings healing. 27 Scoundrels create trouble;    their words are a destructive blaze. 12 Haughtiness goes before destruction;    humility precedes honor. NIV ©: He who walks with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm. 28 The heart of the godly thinks carefully before speaking;    the mouth of the wicked overflows with evil words. 14 A wise woman builds her home,    but a foolish woman tears it down with her own hands. Proverbs 13:20 (NLT) Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. NASB ©: He who walks with wise men will be wise, But the companion of fools will suffer harm. 16 Better to have little, with fear for the Lord,    than to have great treasure and inner turmoil. 30 A peaceful heart leads to a healthy body;    jealousy is like cancer in the bones. Proverbs 13:20. 10 The name of the Lord is a strong fortress;    the godly run to him and are safe. 14 The anger of the king is a deadly threat;    the wise will try to appease it. 23 Work brings profit,    but mere talk leads to poverty! 10 A single rebuke does more for a person of understanding    than a hundred lashes on the back of a fool. Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm. But can they be trusted? Proverbs 27:17 NIV As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend. 6 Grandchildren are the crowning glory of the aged;    parents[j] are the pride of their children. Proverbs 2:20 Follow the steps of good men instead, and stay on the paths of the righteous. Looking for a fundamental understanding of the Bible? a sensible person stays on the right path. 23 The wicked take secret bribes    to pervert the course of justice. 4 Wrongdoers eagerly listen to gossip;    liars pay close attention to slander. Proverbs 13:20 Cross References « Proverbs 13:19 | Proverbs 13:21 » | Compare: NIV, KJV, NLT, NKJV, NRSV, ESV | Cross references home. wisdom flows from the wise like a bubbling brook. 9 A false witness will not go unpunished,    and a liar will be destroyed. 5 Those who mock the poor insult their Maker;    those who rejoice at the misfortune of others will be punished. and will share the inheritance of the master’s children. they imagine it to be a high wall of safety. 26 The Lord detests evil plans,    but he delights in pure words. 18 It’s poor judgment to guarantee another person’s debt    or put up security for a friend. 35 A king rejoices in wise servants    but is angry with those who disgrace him. Those who love their children care enough to discipline them. 26 It is good for workers to have an appetite;    an empty stomach drives them on. Pro 13:20. 21 Foolishness brings joy to those with no sense;    a sensible person stays on the right path. 28 A troublemaker plants seeds of strife;    gossip separates the best of friends. your light will be snuffed out in total darkness. 18 A hot-tempered person starts fights;    a cool-tempered person stops them. 25 A truthful witness saves lives,    but a false witness is a traitor. Proverbs 13:20 in all English translations. but he delights in the prayers of the upright. Proverbs 15:31 If you listen to constructive criticism, you will be at home among the wise. the mouth of the wicked overflows with evil words. for the happy heart, life is a continual feast. 13 Laughter can conceal a heavy heart,    but when the laughter ends, the grief remains. 6 Unfailing love and faithfulness make atonement for sin. 3 A fool’s proud talk becomes a rod that beats him,    but the words of the wise keep them safe. Bible Language … Version. 3 The Lord is watching everywhere,    keeping his eye on both the evil and the good. 21 The tongue can bring death or life;    those who love to talk will reap the consequences. Proverbs 13 - A wise son heeds his father's instruction, but a mocker does not respond to rebukes. 9 The life of the godly is full of light and joy,    but the light of the wicked will be snuffed out. 21 You can make many plans,    but the Lord’s purpose will prevail. Proverbs 13:20 NLT Whoever walks with the wise will become wise; whoever walks with fools will suffer harm. 21 It is a sin to belittle one’s neighbor;    blessed are those who help the poor. if you correct the wise, they will be all the wiser. 2 Enthusiasm without knowledge is no good;    haste makes mistakes. even their enemies are at peace with them. 20 If you insult your father or mother,    your light will be snuffed out in total darkness. 4 Wise words are like deep waters;    wisdom flows from the wise like a bubbling brook. Proverbs 12:20 . The benefit is Proverbs 17:27-28. New Living Translation Update. 34 Godliness makes a nation great,    but sin is a disgrace to any people. Arguments separate friends like a gate locked with bars. 6 Many seek favors from a ruler;    everyone is the friend of a person who gives gifts! NLT 20 Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. but the prudent are crowned with knowledge. New Living Translation (NLT). blessed are their children who follow them. is better than steak with someone you hate. 21 The wise are known for their understanding,    and pleasant words are persuasive. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. Proverbs 4:14, KJV: "Enter not into the path of the wicked, and go not in the way of evil men." The prudent carefully consider their steps. Keep your eyes open, and there will be plenty to eat! ... NLT New Living Translation. Proverbs 13:20, KJV: "He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed." 24 Sensible people keep their eyes glued on wisdom,    but a fool’s eyes wander to the ends of the earth. Pro 13:20 - Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm. Proverbs 13:20 - NLT - Whoever walks with the wise will become wise;... Study verse in the New Living Translation 4 Those too lazy to plow in the right season    will have no food at the harvest. 17 The first to speak in court sounds right—    until the cross-examination begins. Proverbs 14. 26 Those who fear the Lord are secure;    he will be a refuge for their children. 3 Fire tests the purity of silver and gold,    but the Lord tests the heart. Pro 13:20 - Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. 2From the fruit of their lips people enjoy good things, but the unfaithful have an appetite for violence. Cancel. 2 Wise words will win you a good meal,    but treacherous people have an appetite for violence. Tools. than a house filled with feasting—and conflict. How much more does he know the human heart! Proverbs 13:12 "Hope deferred maketh the heart sick: but [when] the desire cometh, [it is] a tree of life." 16 We can make our own plans,    but the Lord gives the right answer. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise. – Proverbs 13:20 (NLT) Your friends and the people you surround yourself with are important. Proverbs 13:20 He that walketh H1980 with wise H2450 men shall be wise H2449 : but a companion H7462 of fools H3684 shall be destroyed H7321 . 7 Eloquent words are not fitting for a fool;    even less are lies fitting for a ruler. so why try to understand everything along the way? 8 The Lord detests the sacrifice of the wicked,    but he delights in the prayers of the upright. 6 There is treasure in the house of the godly,    but the earnings of the wicked bring trouble. 5 Only a fool despises a parent’s[f] discipline;    whoever learns from correction is wise. Proverbs 4:14, NLT: "Don't do as the wicked do, and don't follow the path of evildoers." 33 Wisdom is enshrined in an understanding heart;    wisdom is not[e] found among fools. 25 The Lord tears down the house of the proud,    but he protects the property of widows. it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time! Pro 13:21. 14 The instruction of the wise is like a life-giving fountain;    those who accept it avoid the snares of death. 20 Walk with the wise and become wise;    associate with fools and get in trouble. but fools refuse to turn from evil to attain them. 32 If you reject discipline, you only harm yourself;    but if you listen to correction, you grow in understanding. Walketh H1980 Halak Proverbs 14:29 (NIV) A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. 2 Proverbs 13:20 NLT Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. 2. 12 It is safer to meet a bear robbed of her cubs    than to confront a fool caught in foolishness. Store my commands in your heart. 9 Who can say, “I have cleansed my heart;    I am pure and free from sin”? 22 Loyalty makes a person attractive. 25 If you punish a mocker, the simpleminded will learn a lesson;    if you correct the wise, they will be all the wiser. 6 A mocker seeks wisdom and never finds it,    but knowledge comes easily to those with understanding. 25 Foolish children[k] bring grief to their father    and bitterness to the one who gave them birth. 20 Wine produces mockers; alcohol leads to brawls. 32 The wicked are crushed by disaster,    but the godly have a refuge when they die. 13 A glad heart makes a happy face;    a broken heart crushes the spirit. everyone is the friend of a person who gives gifts! 8 When a king sits in judgment, he weighs all the evidence,    distinguishing the bad from the good. but the earnings of the wicked bring trouble. 18 Simpletons are clothed with foolishness,[d]    but the prudent are crowned with knowledge. 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