Proverbs 19:20 bbe — Let your ear be open to suggestion and take teaching, so that at the end you may be wise.

Bible in Basic English

"Let your ear be open to suggestion and take teaching, so that at the end you may be wise."

— Proverbs 19:20, Bible in Basic English

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Proverbs 19 — Context

17

He who has pity on the poor gives to the Lord, and the Lord will give him his reward.

18

Give your son training while there is hope; let not your heart be purposing his death.

19

A man of great wrath will have to take his punishment: for if you get him out of trouble you will have to do it again.

20

Let your ear be open to suggestion and take teaching, so that at the end you may be wise.

21

A man's heart may be full of designs, but the purpose of the Lord is unchanging.

22

The ornament of a man is his mercy, and a poor man is better than one who is false.

23

The fear of the Lord gives life: and he who has it will have need of nothing; no evil will come his way.

Proverbs 19:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 19:20 say?
Proverbs 19:20 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Let your ear be open to suggestion and take teaching, so that at the end you may be wise.”
Where is Proverbs 19:20 in the Bible?
Proverbs 19:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 19, verse 20.
Who wrote Proverbs?
Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.
What is the book of Proverbs about?
Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.
What are the major themes of Proverbs?
Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 19:20.
What translation should I read Proverbs 19:20 in?
Proverbs 19:20 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Proverbs 19:20?
Proverbs 19:20 reads (BBE): “Let your ear be open to suggestion and take teaching, so that at the end you may be wise.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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