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Proverbs 29:3

World English Bible

Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father;
but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

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Proverbs 29:3 in other translations

Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father; But he that keepeth company with harlots wasteth his substance.

Proverbs 29:3 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 29:3 in context

  1. 1He who is often rebuked and stiffens his neck
    will be destroyed suddenly, with no remedy.
  2. 2When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice;
    but when the wicked rule, the people groan.
  3. 3Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father;
    but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.
  4. 4The king by justice makes the land stable,
    but he who takes bribes tears it down.
  5. 5A man who flatters his neighbor
    spreads a net for his feet.