What does Proverbs 17:24 mean?

Proverbs 17:24 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 17:24 today?

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

Wisdom is before him that hath understanding; but the eyes of a fool are in the ends of the earth.

22A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones.

23A wicked man taketh a gift out of the bosom to pervert the ways of judgment.

24Wisdom is before him that hath understanding; but the eyes of a fool are in the ends of the earth.

25A foolish son is a grief to his father, and bitterness to her that bare him.

26Also to punish the just is not good, nor to strike princes for equity.

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