What does Proverbs 22:20 mean?

Proverbs 22:20 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 22:20 today?

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

Have not I written to thee excellent things in counsels and knowledge,

18For it is a pleasant thing if thou keep them within thee; they shall withal be fitted in thy lips.

19That thy trust may be in the LORD, I have made known to thee this day, even to thee.

20Have not I written to thee excellent things in counsels and knowledge,

21That I might make thee know the certainty of the words of truth; that thou mightest answer the words of truth to them that send unto thee?

22Rob not the poor, because he is poor: neither oppress the afflicted in the gate:

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