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Proverbs 13:17 - Meaning and Application

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Translation: World English Bible — Catholic Edition

" A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a trustworthy envoy gains healing. "

Proverbs 13:17

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15 Good understanding wins favor, but the way of the unfaithful is hard.

16 Every prudent man acts from knowledge, but a fool exposes folly.

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

18 Poverty and shame come to him who refuses discipline, but he who heeds correction shall be honored.

19 Longing fulfilled is sweet to the soul, but fools detest turning from evil.

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Here we see two things, the bad result of betraying a trust, and the good result of faithful service. A wicked messenger, someone sent to handle business but false to the one who sent him, may reveal private plans and ruin the work he was sent to do. Such a person cannot expect to prosper, but will surely fall into trouble, be found out, and be punished. Nothing is more hated by God and people than treachery from someone who was trusted.

On the other hand, a faithful ambassador, a person who carries out his charge honestly and supports the interests of those who sent him, is like health. He brings peace between people, helps settle disagreements, and keeps good understanding alive. He is also a benefit to himself, because he protects his own well-being and standing. This applies to ministers, Christ's messengers and ambassadors. Those who are false to Christ and to the souls of men do harm and come to harm, but those who are faithful will find that their true words heal others and also help themselves.

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