Proverbs 28:13 — Meaning and Application

King James Version

“He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh {them} shall have mercy.”

Proverbs 28:13

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Understanding the surrounding verses prevents misinterpretation:

The rich man {is} wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out. {own...: Heb. eyes}

When righteous {men} do rejoice, {there is} great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden. {hidden: or, sought for}

He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh {them} shall have mercy.

Happy {is} the man that feareth alway: but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.

{As} a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; {so is} a wicked ruler over the poor people.

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Proverbs 28:1

"The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion."

Proverbs 28:2

"For the transgression of a land many {are} the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding {and} knowledge the state {thereof} shall be prolonged. {by...: or, by men of understanding and wisdom shall they likewise be prolonged}"

Proverbs 28:3

"A poor man that oppresseth the poor {is like} a sweeping rain which leaveth no food. {which...: Heb. without food}"

Proverbs 28:4

"They that forsake the law praise the wicked: but such as keep the law contend with them."

Proverbs 28:5

"Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the LORD understand all {things}."

Proverbs 28:6

"Better {is} the poor that walketh in his uprightness, than {he that is} perverse {in his} ways, though he {be} rich."

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