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The counsel given in Proverbs 14:7 reveals that Leave the presence of a fool, or you will not discern words of knowledge (v. 7). This proverb stresses the formative power of company. Staying near a fool clouds discernment.
To leave the presence of a fool is to recognize that not all company is spiritually or morally safe. A fool’s influence can waste time, normalize error, and distort what should be obvious. Wisdom sometimes requires departure rather than debate.
The reason Solomon gives is that otherwise you will not discern words of knowledge. Foolish company makes it harder to hear and recognize wisdom. This connects with the broader biblical truth that companionship shapes character (to learn more about how those we associate with influence our direction toward either insight or ruin, please read our commentary on Proverbs 13:20).
Used with permission from TheBibleSays.com.
You can access the original article here:Proverbs 14:7 Meaning
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