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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/proverbs/13.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/proverbs/13.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a trustworthy envoy brings healing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/13.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />An unreliable messenger stumbles into trouble, but a reliable messenger brings healing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/13.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a faithful envoy brings healing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/13.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a faithful envoy brings healing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/13.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />A wicked messenger falleth into mischief: but a faithful ambassador <i>is</i> health.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/13.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />A wicked messenger falls into trouble, But a faithful ambassador <i>brings</i> health.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/13.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />A wicked messenger falls into adversity, But a faithful messenger <i>brings</i> healing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/13.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />A wicked messenger falls into adversity, But a faithful envoy brings healing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/13.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />A wicked messenger falls into adversity, But a faithful envoy <i>brings</i> healing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/13.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />A wicked messenger falls into evil, But a faithful envoy <i>brings</i> healing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/13.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />A wicked messenger falls into hardship, But a faithful ambassador brings healing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/13.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A wicked envoy falls into trouble, but a trustworthy courier brings healing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/13.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a trustworthy courier brings healing. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/13.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />A wicked messenger falleth into evil; But a faithful ambassador is health.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/13.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Whoever delivers your message can make things better or worse for you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/13.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />A wicked messenger falleth into evil: but a faithful ambassador is health.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/13.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />An undependable messenger gets into trouble, but a dependable envoy brings healing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/13.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Unreliable messengers cause trouble, but those who can be trusted bring peace. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/13.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />An evil messenger stumbles into trouble, but a faithful envoy brings healing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/13.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a faithful envoy brings healing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/13.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />An unreliable messenger falls into trouble, but a faithful envoy brings healing. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/13.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a trustworthy envoy gains healing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/13.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />A wicked messenger falleth into mischief: but a faithful embassador is health.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/13.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a trustworthy envoy gains healing. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/13.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />A wicked messenger falls into evil, "" And a faithful ambassador is healing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/13.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> A wicked messenger falleth into evil, And a faithful ambassador is healing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/13.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />The unjust messenger shall fall into evil: and a messenger of faithfulness is healing.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/13.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The messenger of the wicked shall fall into mischief: but a faithful ambassador is health. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/13.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />The messenger of the impious will fall into evil. But a faithful ambassador shall prosper.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/13.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />A wicked messenger brings on disaster, but a trustworthy envoy is a healing remedy. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/13.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />A bad messenger brings trouble, but a faithful envoy, healing.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/13.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />A wicked messenger falls into mischief; but a faithful ambassador is a healer.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/13.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />An evil messenger falls into affliction and a trustworthy messenger is a healer.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/13.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />A wicked messenger falleth into evil; But a faithful ambassador is health.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/13.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />A rash king shall fall into mischief: but a wise messenger shall deliver him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/13-17.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=2471" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/13.htm">A Father's Discipline</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">16</span>Every prudent man acts with knowledge, but a fool displays his folly. <span class="reftext">17</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7563.htm" title="7563: rā·šā‘ (Adj-ms) -- Wicked, criminal. From rasha'; morally wrong; concretely, an bad person.">A wicked</a> <a href="/hebrew/4397.htm" title="4397: mal·’āḵ (N-ms) -- A messenger. From an unused root meaning to despatch as a deputy; a messenger; specifically, of God, i.e. An angel.">messenger</a> <a href="/hebrew/5307.htm" title="5307: yip·pōl (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To fall, lie. A primitive root; to fall, in a great variety of applications.">falls</a> <a href="/hebrew/7451.htm" title="7451: bə·rā‘ (Prep-b:: Adj-ms) -- Bad, evil. From ra'a'; bad or evil.">into trouble,</a> <a href="/hebrew/529.htm" title="529: ’ĕ·mū·nîm (N-mp) -- Faithfulness. From 'aman; established, i.e. trusty; also trustworthiness.">but a faithful</a> <a href="/hebrew/6735.htm" title="6735: wə·ṣîr (Conj-w:: N-msc) -- A hinge, a throe, a herald, erranddoer. From tsuwr; a hinge; also a throe; also a herald or errand-doer.">envoy</a> <a href="/hebrew/4832.htm" title="4832: mar·pê (N-ms) -- From rapha'; properly, curative, i.e. Literally a medicine, or a cure; figuratively deliverance, or placidity.">brings healing.</a> </span><span class="reftext">18</span>Poverty and shame come to him who ignores discipline, but whoever heeds correction is honored.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/25-13.htm">Proverbs 25:13</a></span><br />Like the cold of snow in the time of harvest is a trustworthy messenger to those who send him; he refreshes the soul of his masters.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/10-26.htm">Proverbs 10:26</a></span><br />Like vinegar to the teeth and smoke to the eyes, so is the slacker to those who send him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/26-6.htm">Proverbs 26:6</a></span><br />Like cutting off one’s own feet or drinking violence is the sending of a message by the hand of a fool.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/23-32.htm">Jeremiah 23:32</a></span><br />“Indeed,” declares the LORD, “I am against those who prophesy false dreams and retell them to lead My people astray with their reckless lies. It was not I who sent them or commanded them, and they are of no benefit at all to these people,” declares the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/6-8.htm">Isaiah 6:8-9</a></span><br />Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying: “Whom shall I send? Who will go for Us?” And I said: “Here am I. Send me!” / And He replied: “Go and tell this people, ‘Be ever hearing, but never understanding; be ever seeing, but never perceiving.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/5-20.htm">2 Corinthians 5:20</a></span><br />Therefore we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making His appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ: Be reconciled to God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/10-16.htm">Matthew 10:16</a></span><br />Behold, I am sending you out like sheep among wolves; therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/13-20.htm">John 13:20</a></span><br />Truly, truly, I tell you, whoever receives the one I send receives Me, and whoever receives Me receives the One who sent Me.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/2-2.htm">2 Timothy 2:2</a></span><br />And the things that you have heard me say among many witnesses, entrust these to faithful men who will be qualified to teach others as well.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/16-19.htm">1 Samuel 16:19</a></span><br />So Saul sent messengers to Jesse and said, “Send me your son David, who is with the sheep.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/14-6.htm">1 Kings 14:6</a></span><br />So when Ahijah heard the sound of her feet entering the door, he said, “Come in, wife of Jeroboam! Why are you disguised? For I have been sent to you with bad news.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/18-12.htm">2 Chronicles 18:12-13</a></span><br />Then the messenger who had gone to call Micaiah instructed him, “Behold, with one accord the words of the prophets are favorable to the king. So please let your words be like theirs, and speak favorably.” / But Micaiah said, “As surely as the LORD lives, I will speak whatever my God tells me.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/55-11.htm">Isaiah 55:11</a></span><br />so My word that proceeds from My mouth will not return to Me empty, but it will accomplish what I please, and it will prosper where I send it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/1-7.htm">Jeremiah 1:7</a></span><br />But the LORD told me: “Do not say, ‘I am only a child.’ For to everyone I send you, you must go, and all that I command you, you must speak.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/2-3.htm">Ezekiel 2:3-5</a></span><br />“Son of man,” He said to me, “I am sending you to the Israelites, to a rebellious nation that has rebelled against Me. To this very day they and their fathers have rebelled against Me. / They are obstinate and stubborn children. I am sending you to them, and you are to say to them, ‘This is what the Lord GOD says.’ / And whether they listen or refuse to listen—for they are a rebellious house—they will know that a prophet has been among them.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">A wicked messenger falls into mischief: but a faithful ambassador is health.</p><p class="hdg">wicked</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/10-26.htm">Proverbs 10:26</a></b></br> As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, so <i>is</i> the sluggard to them that send him.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/26-6.htm">Proverbs 26:6</a></b></br> He that sendeth a message by the hand of a fool cutteth off the feet, <i>and</i> drinketh damage.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/jeremiah/23-13.htm">Jeremiah 23:13-16,28</a></b></br> And I have seen folly in the prophets of Samaria; they prophesied in Baal, and caused my people Israel to err… </p><p class="hdg">but</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/25-13.htm">Proverbs 25:13,23</a></b></br> As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, <i>so is</i> a faithful messenger to them that send him: for he refresheth the soul of his masters… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_corinthians/4-2.htm">1 Corinthians 4:2</a></b></br> Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_corinthians/5-20.htm">2 Corinthians 5:20</a></b></br> Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech <i>you</i> by us: we pray <i>you</i> in Christ's stead, be ye reconciled to God.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/1-27.htm">Adversity</a> <a href="/philemon/1-9.htm">Ambassador</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-5.htm">Bad</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-26.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/ephesians/6-20.htm">Embassador</a> <a href="/luke/19-14.htm">Envoy</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-26.htm">Evil</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-13.htm">Faithful</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-28.htm">Falleth</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-14.htm">Falls</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-5.htm">False.</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-24.htm">Gains</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-17.htm">Gives</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-18.htm">Healing</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-18.htm">Health</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-16.htm">Makes</a> <a href="/psalms/35-6.htm">Messenger</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-21.htm">Mischief</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-13.htm">News</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-19.htm">Rightly</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-21.htm">Trouble</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-13.htm">Trustworthy</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-9.htm">Wicked</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/13-21.htm">Adversity</a> <a href="/jeremiah/49-14.htm">Ambassador</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-15.htm">Bad</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-25.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/jeremiah/49-14.htm">Embassador</a> <a href="/jeremiah/49-14.htm">Envoy</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-19.htm">Evil</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-5.htm">Faithful</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-20.htm">Falleth</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-35.htm">Falls</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-4.htm">False.</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-32.htm">Gains</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-24.htm">Gives</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-4.htm">Healing</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-30.htm">Health</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-8.htm">Makes</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-14.htm">Messenger</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-27.htm">Mischief</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-30.htm">News</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-9.htm">Rightly</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-6.htm">Trouble</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-5.htm">Trustworthy</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-25.htm">Wicked</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 13</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/13-1.htm">a scoffer does not listen to rebuke</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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In ancient times, messengers played a crucial role in communication, often carrying important news between cities or nations. A "wicked messenger" refers to someone who is dishonest or unreliable, leading to chaos and misfortune. Biblically, this can be connected to the story of the false prophets in <a href="/jeremiah/23-32.htm">Jeremiah 23:32</a>, who misled the people and faced God's judgment. The cultural context emphasizes the importance of integrity and truthfulness, as a messenger's failure could lead to dire consequences, such as war or betrayal.<p><b>But a faithful envoy brings healing</b><br>In contrast, a "faithful envoy" is one who is trustworthy and delivers messages accurately and with integrity. This brings "healing," symbolizing peace, reconciliation, and the restoration of relationships. The role of a faithful envoy can be seen in the biblical figure of Nehemiah, who was a trusted cupbearer to the king and later led the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls (<a href="/nehemiah/2.htm">Nehemiah 2:1-8</a>). This phrase also points to the ultimate faithful envoy, Jesus Christ, who brought spiritual healing and reconciliation between God and humanity (<a href="/2_corinthians/5-18.htm">2 Corinthians 5:18-19</a>). The emphasis is on the transformative power of truth and faithfulness in communication.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/w/wicked_messenger.htm">Wicked Messenger</a></b><br>Represents individuals who deliver messages or carry out tasks with deceit, negligence, or malice. In the context of ancient times, messengers were crucial for communication, and their integrity was vital for the well-being of communities and nations.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/f/faithful_envoy.htm">Faithful Envoy</a></b><br>Symbolizes those who are trustworthy and reliable in their duties. Such individuals are seen as agents of positive change and healing, both in personal relationships and broader societal contexts.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/trouble.htm">Trouble</a></b><br>The consequences faced by those who act wickedly or deceitfully. This can manifest as personal downfall, loss of trust, or broader societal chaos.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/h/healing.htm">Healing</a></b><br>The positive outcomes brought about by faithful and honest actions. This can refer to the restoration of relationships, the building of trust, and the promotion of peace and well-being.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_integrity.htm">The Importance of Integrity</a></b><br>Integrity in communication and actions is crucial. Just as a wicked messenger falls into trouble, so too do those who act without honesty and integrity in their daily lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_faithfulness.htm">The Power of Faithfulness</a></b><br>Being a faithful envoy in our relationships and responsibilities can bring healing and restoration. This applies to personal, professional, and spiritual aspects of life.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/consequences_of_deceit.htm">Consequences of Deceit</a></b><br>Deceit and negligence lead to trouble and broken trust. Understanding the gravity of our words and actions can help us avoid these pitfalls.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/agents_of_healing.htm">Agents of Healing</a></b><br>As Christians, we are called to be agents of healing in a broken world. This involves being reliable, trustworthy, and compassionate in our interactions with others.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/reflecting_christ's_ambassadorship.htm">Reflecting Christ's Ambassadorship</a></b><br>As ambassadors for Christ, our faithfulness in representing Him can bring spiritual healing and reconciliation to those around us.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_13.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 13</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_a_'cruel_messenger'_fit_a_kind_deity.htm">Proverbs 17:11 describes a 'cruel messenger' sent against rebels. How can this align with the notion of a benevolent deity?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_didn't_manoah's_wife_seek_clarity.htm">In Judges 13:6-7, why didn't Manoah's wife seek more proof or clarity from the angel if his words were so extraordinary?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/can_paul's_items_scientifically_heal.htm">In Acts 19:11-12, how scientifically plausible is it that handkerchiefs and aprons taken from Paul had healing power?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_should_christians_treat_foes.htm">What does 'a merry heart does good like medicine' mean?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/13.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(17) <span class= "bld">Falleth into mischief.</span>--And brings those also who sent him into trouble; but "a faithful messenger is health" both to himself and his employers.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/13.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 17.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">A wicked messenger falleth into mischief;</span> misfortune, calamity (<a href="/proverbs/17-20.htm">Proverbs 17:20</a>). A messenger who is false to his employer shall be detected and punished. The LXX., reading <span class="accented">melek</span> for <span class="accented">malak</span>, renders, "A rash king shall fall into evils." Such a one adopts inconsiderate measures, makes war unadvisedly, etc. <span class="cmt_word">A faithful ambassador</span> (literally, <span class="accented">an ambassador of faithfulness</span>, <a href="/proverbs/25-13.htm">Proverbs 25:13</a>) <span class="cmt_word">is health.</span> One who faithfully performs his errand is a source of comfort and satisfaction both to his employer and to those to whom he is sent. Septuagint, "But a wise messenger shall deliver him" - the king. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/13-17.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">A wicked</span><br /><span class="heb">רָ֭שָׁע</span> <span class="translit">(rā·šā‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7563.htm">Strong's 7563: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wrong, an, bad person</span><br /><br /><span class="word">messenger</span><br /><span class="heb">מַלְאָ֣ךְ</span> <span class="translit">(mal·’āḵ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4397.htm">Strong's 4397: </a> </span><span class="str2">A messenger, of God, an angel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">falls</span><br /><span class="heb">יִפֹּ֣ל</span> <span class="translit">(yip·pōl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5307.htm">Strong's 5307: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fall, lie</span><br /><br /><span class="word">into trouble,</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּרָ֑ע</span> <span class="translit">(bə·rā‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7451.htm">Strong's 7451: </a> </span><span class="str2">Bad, evil</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but a faithful</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱמוּנִ֣ים</span> <span class="translit">(’ĕ·mū·nîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_529.htm">Strong's 529: </a> </span><span class="str2">Established, trusty, trustworthiness</span><br /><br /><span class="word">envoy</span><br /><span class="heb">וְצִ֖יר</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ṣîr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6735.htm">Strong's 6735: </a> </span><span class="str2">A hinge, a throe, a herald, erranddoer</span><br /><br /><span class="word">brings healing.</span><br /><span class="heb">מַרְפֵּֽא׃</span> <span class="translit">(mar·pê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4832.htm">Strong's 4832: </a> </span><span class="str2">Curative, a medicine, a cure, deliverance, placidity</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/13-17.htm">Proverbs 13:17 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/13-17.htm">Proverbs 13:17 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/13-17.htm">Proverbs 13:17 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/13-17.htm">Proverbs 13:17 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/13-17.htm">Proverbs 13:17 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/13-17.htm">Proverbs 13:17 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/13-17.htm">Proverbs 13:17 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/13-17.htm">Proverbs 13:17 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/13-17.htm">Proverbs 13:17 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/13-17.htm">Proverbs 13:17 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/13-17.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 13:17 A wicked messenger falls into trouble (Prov. 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