What does Proverbs 13:19 mean?

Proverbs 13:19 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 13:19 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul: but it is abomination to fools to depart from evil.

17A wicked messenger falleth into mischief: but a faithful ambassador is health.

18Poverty and shame shall be to him that refuseth instruction: but he that regardeth reproof shall be honoured.

19The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul: but it is abomination to fools to depart from evil.

20He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.

21Evil pursueth sinners: but to the righteous good shall be repayed.

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