Proverbs 13:19
The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul: But it is abomination to fools to depart from evil.
In context
16 Every prudent man dealeth with knowledge: But a fool layeth open his folly.
17 A wicked messenger falleth into mischief: But a faithful ambassador is health. 18 Poverty and shame shall be to him that refuseth instruction: But he that regardeth reproof shall be honoured. 19 The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul: But it is abomination to fools to depart from evil. 20 He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: But a companion of fools shall be destroyed.
21 Evil pursueth sinners: But to the righteous good shall be repaid. 22 A good man leaveth an inheritance to his children's children: And the wealth of the sinner is laid up for the just.
Compare in other versions
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 13:19 in the NIV
A longing fulfilled is sweet to the soul, but fools detest turning from evil.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 13:19 in the ESV
A desire fulfilled is sweet to the soul, but to turn away from evil is an abomination to fools.