Proverbs 20:17

17 Food gained dishonestly tastes sweet to a person, but afterwards his mouth will be filled with gravel.

Proverbs 20:17 In-Context

15 There are gold and plenty of jewels, but the lips of knowledge are precious gems.
16 Hold on to the garment of one who guarantees a stranger's loan, and hold responsible the person who makes a loan on behalf of a foreigner.
17 Food gained dishonestly tastes sweet to a person, but afterwards his mouth will be filled with gravel.
18 Plans are confirmed by getting advice, and with guidance one wages war.
19 Whoever goes around as a gossip tells secrets. Do not associate with a person whose mouth is always open.
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