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Proverbs 13:19
The desire that is accomplished, delighteth the soul: fools hate them that flee from evil things.
Proverbs 13:19 · Douay-Rheims Bible (Challoner)
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Proverbs 13:19 in other translations
The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul: but it is abomination to fools to depart from evil.
Desire fulfilled is sweet to the soul, but turning from evil is detestable to fools.
Longing fulfilled is sweet to the soul, but fools detest turning from evil.
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In context
16 The prudent man doth all things with counsel: but he that is a fool, layeth open his folly.
17 The messenger of the wicked shall fall into mischief: but a faithful ambassador is health.
18 Poverty and shame to him that refuseth instruction: but he that yieldeth to reproof shall be glorified.
19 The desire that is accomplished, delighteth the soul: fools hate them that flee from evil things.
20 He that walketh with the wise, shall be wise: a friend of fools shall become like to them.
21 Evil pursueth sinners: and to the just good shall be repaid.
22 The good man leaveth heirs, sons, and grandsons: and the substance of the sinner is kept for the just.
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