Proverbs 22:23-29

23 The Lord will argue their case for them and threaten the life of anyone who threatens theirs.
24 Don't make friends with people who have hot, violent tempers.
25 You might learn their habits and not be able to change.
26 Don't promise to be responsible for someone else's debts.
27 If you should be unable to pay, they will take away even your bed.
28 Never move an old property line that your ancestors established.
29 Show me someone who does a good job, and I will show you someone who is better than most and worthy of the company of kings.

Proverbs 22:23-29 Meaning and Commentary

INTRODUCTION TO 1 KINGS 10

This chapter contains an account of the queen of Sheba's visit to King Solomon to her great satisfaction, 1Ki 10:1-13, of Solomon's merchandise and riches, and the magnificence of his court, 1Ki 10:14-23, of the rich presents sent to him, and of the purchase of chariots and horses, and other things, he made, 1Ki 10:24-29.

Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.