Proverbs 13:17-19

Complete Jewish Bible

¹⁷ A wicked messenger falls into evil,
    but a faithful envoy brings healing.

¹⁸ Poverty and shame are for him who won’t be taught,
    but he who heeds reproof will be honored.

¹⁹ Desire fulfilled is sweet to the soul,
    but turning away from evil is abhorrent to fools.