Proverbs 13:17

A wicked messenger falls into trouble, But a faithful ambassador brings health.

Surrounding context

13:16 Every prudent man acts with knowledge, But a fool lays open his folly.

13:17 A wicked messenger falls into trouble, But a faithful ambassador brings health.

13:18 Poverty and shame will come to him who disdains correction, But he who regards a rebuke will be honored.

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