Revised Version 1885

Proverbs 13:16-20 Revised Version 1885 (RV1885)

16. Every prudent man worketh with knowledge: but a fool spreadeth out folly.

17. A wicked messenger falleth into evil: but a faithful ambassador is health.

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

19. The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul: but it is an abomination to fools to depart from evil.

20. Walk with wise men, and thou shalt be wise: but the companion of fools shall smart for it.