16 All who are prudent act with[a] knowledge,
    but fools expose their folly.

17 A wicked messenger falls into trouble,
    but a trustworthy envoy brings healing.

18 Whoever disregards discipline comes to poverty and shame,
    but whoever heeds correction is honoured.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 13:16 Or prudent protect themselves through