Proverbs 24:1

24:1 Do not envy evil people,

do not desire to be with them;

Proverbs 24:19

24:19 Do not fret because of evil people

or be envious of wicked people,


tn Heb “evil men,” although the context indicates a generic sense.

tn The Hitpael jussive is from the verb that means “to crave; to desire.” This is more of a coveting, an intense desire.