Holy Scripture

Proverbs 13:22

A church father on this verse
“"A good man will inherit children's children." The verb "he will inherit" does not mean that he will take the inheritance from his sons; in fact, this would be the greatest curse. Rather, it means the opposite, that is, that he will transmit his riches to his posterity and will leave behind descendants. But the proper…”
John Chrysostom, 5th c. — COMMENTARY ON THE PROVERBS OF SOLOMON, FRAGMENT 13:22

Source: Septuagint

Original

22A good man shall inherit children’s children; And the wealth of ungodly men is laid up for the just.

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20If thou walkest with wise men thou shalt be wise: But he that walks with fools shall be known.

21Evil shall pursue sinners; But good shall overtake the righteous.

— Proverbs 13:22 —

23The righteous shall spend many years in wealth: But the unrighteous shall perish suddenly.

24He that spares the rod hates his son: But he that loves, carefully chastens him.

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