Proverbs 2:20

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Follow the example of good people and live an honest life.

Cross References

Psalm 119:115

All you worthless people, get away from me! I am determined to obey the commands of my God.

Psalm 119:63

I choose as my friends everyone who worships you and follows your teachings.

Proverbs 13:20

Wise friends make you wise, but you hurt yourself by going around with fools.

Proverbs 4:11

I have shown you the way that makes sense; I have guided you along the right path.

Proverbs 4:18

The lifestyle of good people is like sunlight at dawn that keeps getting brighter until broad daylight.

Proverbs 8:20

I always do what is right,

Jeremiah 6:16

The LORD said: My people, when you stood at the crossroads, I told you, “Follow the road your ancestors took, and you will find peace.” But you refused.

Hebrews 6:12

Then you would never be lazy. You would be following the example of those who had faith and were patient until God kept his promise to them.

3 John 1:11

Dear friend, don't copy the evil deeds of others! Follow the example of people who do kind deeds. They are God's children, but those who are always doing evil have never seen God.