Proverbs 20:16 — Meaning and Application

{It is} naught, {it is} naught, saith the buyer: but when he is gone his way, then he boasteth.

There is gold, and a multitude of rubies: but the lips of knowledge {are} a precious jewel.

Take his garment that is surety {for} a stranger: and take a pledge of him for a strange woman.

Bread of deceit {is} sweet to a man; but afterwards his mouth shall be filled with gravel. {deceit: Heb. lying, or, falsehood}

{Every} purpose is established by counsel: and with good advice make war.