Proverbs 24:19
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Proverbs 24:19 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Proverbs 24:19 is a verse from the book of Proverbs in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "Fret not thyself because of evil men, neither be thou envious at the wicked; Fret...: or, Keep not company with the wick..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Proverbs 24:19 — KJV
“Fret not thyself because of evil men, neither be thou envious at the wicked; Fret...: or, Keep not company with the wicked”
— Proverbs 24:19 (KJV)
Proverbs 24:19 in Context — About the Book of Proverbs
Proverbs is distilled wisdom for ordinary decisions — money, words, work, friendship, marriage, anger, and the tongue. Its premise is simple: the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Thirty-one chapters make it the classic one-chapter-a-day book for praying through daily choices.
Cross-References for Proverbs 24:19
“[A Psalm of David.] Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity.”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 24:19: fret, thyself, because
“And God said unto him, Because thou hast asked this thing, and hast not asked for thyself long life; neither hast asked riches for thyself, nor hast asked the life of thine enemies; but hast asked for thyself understanding to discern judgment; long life: Heb. many days discern: Heb. hear”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 24:19: thyself, because, men
“Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass. Rest in: Heb. Be silent to”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 24:19: fret, thyself, because
“Lay hands suddenly on no man, neither be partaker of other men's sins: keep thyself pure.”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 24:19: thyself, men, neither
“Be not thou envious against evil men, neither desire to be with them.”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 24:19: evil, men, neither
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