💡WEB · Proverbs 19:20
What does Proverbs 19:20 mean?
"Listen to counsel and receive instruction, that you may be wise in your latter end."
— Proverbs 19:20 (World English Bible)
Surrounding context
He who has pity on the poor lends to Yahweh; he will reward him.
Discipline your son, for there is hope; don’t be a willing party to his death.
A hot-tempered man must pay the penalty, for if you rescue him, you must do it again.
Listen to counsel and receive instruction, that you may be wise in your latter end.
There are many plans in a man’s heart, but Yahweh’s counsel will prevail.
That which makes a man to be desired is his kindness. A poor man is better than a liar.
The fear of Yahweh leads to life, then contentment; he rests and will not be touched by trouble.
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