What does Proverbs 18:23 mean?

Proverbs 18:23 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 18:23 today?

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

The poor useth intreaties; but the rich answereth roughly.

21Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.

22Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the LORD.

23The poor useth intreaties; but the rich answereth roughly.

24A man that hath friends must shew himself friendly: and there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother.

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