Key Verse Spotlight
Proverbs 16:20 — Meaning and Application
King James Version
“He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy {is} he. {handleth...: or, understandeth a matter}”
Proverbs 16:20
Verse in Context
Understanding the surrounding verses prevents misinterpretation:
Pride {goeth} before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.
Better {it is to be} of an humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud.
He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy {is} he. {handleth...: or, understandeth a matter}
The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
Understanding {is} a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools {is} folly.
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