He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.
If you spend time with wise people, you'll become wise too. But if you choose to hang around with foolish people, you'll be ruined.
This verse is teaching that the people you choose to spend time with will significantly influence who you become - for better or worse.
📚 Historical Context
This proverb comes from King Solomon's collection of wisdom sayings, written around 950 BC for young people learning how to live well. In ancient Israel, wisdom was highly valued and seen as essential for success and righteous living. The Hebrew culture emphasized learning from elders and wise teachers, as formal education was limited and most knowledge was passed down through relationships and mentorship.
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