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What does Proverbs 29:3 mean?
"Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth."
— Proverbs 29:3 (World English Bible)
Surrounding context
He who is often rebuked and stiffens his neck will be destroyed suddenly, with no remedy.
When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; but when the wicked rule, the people groan.
Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.
The king by justice makes the land stable, but he who takes bribes tears it down.
A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.
An evil man is snared by his sin, but the righteous can sing and be glad.
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