What does Proverbs 24:22 mean?

Proverbs 24:22 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 24:22 today?

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

For their calamity shall rise suddenly; and who knoweth the ruin of them both?

20For there shall be no reward to the evil man; the candle of the wicked shall be put out.

21My son, fear thou the LORD and the king: and meddle not with them that are given to change:

22For their calamity shall rise suddenly; and who knoweth the ruin of them both?

23These things also belong to the wise. It is not good to have respect of persons in judgment.

24He that saith unto the wicked, Thou art righteous; him shall the people curse, nations shall abhor him:

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