Proverbs
Inspired Version (1:1)
The proverbs of Solomon, the son of David, king of Israel:
Hebrew (1:1)
KJV (1:1)
The proverbs of Solomon the son of David, king of Israel;
Inspired Version (1:2)
To know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding;
Hebrew (1:2)
KJV (1:2)
To know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding;
Inspired Version (1:3)
To receive the instruction of wisdom, justice, and judgment, and equity;
Hebrew (1:3)
לָ֭קַחַת ([and] for receiving) מוּסַ֣ר (instruction) הַשְׂכֵּ֑ל (in wise living) צֶ֥דֶק (and in righteousness), וּ֝מִשְׁפָּ֗ט (justice), וּמֵישָׁרִֽים׃ (and equity).
KJV (1:3)
To receive the instruction of wisdom, justice, and judgment, and equity;
Inspired Version (1:4)
To give subtilty to the simple, to the young man knowledge and discretion.
Hebrew (1:4)
לָתֵ֣ת (To impart) לִפְתָאיִ֣ם (to the simple) עָרְמָ֑ה (prudence) לְ֝נַ֗עַר (to the young), דַּ֣עַת ([and] knowledge) וּמְזִמָּֽה׃ (and discretion)
KJV (1:4)
To give subtilty to the simple, to the young man knowledge and discretion.
Inspired Version (1:5)
A wise man will hear and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels,
Hebrew (1:5)
יִשְׁמַ֣ע (listen) חָ֭כָם ({let} the wise) וְי֣וֹסֶף (and gain) לֶ֑קַח (instruction), וְ֝נָב֗וֹן (and the discerning) תַּחְבֻּל֥וֹת (wise counsel) יִקְנֶֽה׃ (acquire)
KJV (1:5)
A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:
Inspired Version (1:6)
To understand a proverb and the interpretation, the words of the wise and their dark sayings.
Hebrew (1:6)
לְהָבִ֣ין (by understanding) מָ֭שָׁל (the proverbs) וּמְלִיצָ֑ה (and parables), דִּבְרֵ֥י (the sayings) חֲ֝כָמִ֗ים (of the wise). וְחִידֹתָֽם׃ (and riddles)
KJV (1:6)
To understand a proverb, and the interpretation; the words of the wise, and their dark sayings.
Inspired Version (1:7)
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; but fools despise wisdom and instruction.
Hebrew (1:7)
יִרְאַ֣ת (The fear) יְ֭הוָה (of the LORD) רֵאשִׁ֣ית ([is] the beginning) דָּ֑עַת (of knowledge), חָכְמָ֥ה (wisdom) וּ֝מוּסָ֗ר (and discipline). אֱוִילִ֥ים ([but] fools) בָּֽזוּ׃פ (despise)
KJV (1:7)
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.
Inspired Version (1:8)
My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother;
Hebrew (1:8)
KJV (1:8)
My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother:
Inspired Version (1:9)
For they shall be an ornament of grace unto thy head and chains about thy neck.
Hebrew (1:9)
כִּ֤י׀ (For) לִוְיַ֤ת ([are] a garland) חֵ֓ן (of grace) הֵ֬ם (they) לְרֹאשֶׁ֑ךָ (on your head) וַ֝עֲנָקִ֗ים (and a pendant) לְגַרְגְּרֹתֶֽיךָ׃ (around your neck).
KJV (1:9)
For they shall be an ornament of grace unto thy head, and chains about thy neck.
Inspired Version (1:10)
My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not--
Hebrew (1:10)
בְּנִ֡י (My son), אִם־ (if) יְפַתּ֥וּךָ (entice you), חַ֝טָּאִ֗ים (sinners) אַל־ (do not) תֹּבֵֽא׃ (yield [to them]).
KJV (1:10)
My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not.
Inspired Version (1:11)
If they say, Come with us; let us lay wait for blood; let us lurk privily for the innocent without cause;
Hebrew (1:11)
אִם־ (If) יֹאמְרוּ֮ (they say), לְכָ֪ה (Come) אִ֫תָּ֥נוּ (along), נֶאֶרְבָ֥ה (let us lie in wait) לְדָ֑ם (for blood), נִצְפְּנָ֖ה (let us ambush) לְנָקִ֣י (the innocent) חִנָּֽם׃ (without cause),
KJV (1:11)
If they say, Come with us, let us lay wait for blood, let us lurk privily for the innocent without cause:
Inspired Version (1:12)
Let us swallow them up alive, as the grave, and whole, as those that go down into the pit;
Hebrew (1:12)
נִ֭בְלָעֵם (let us swallow them) כִּשְׁא֣וֹל (like Sheol), חַיִּ֑ים (alive) וּ֝תְמִימִ֗ים (and whole) כְּי֣וֹרְדֵי (like those descending) בֽוֹר׃ (into the Pit).
KJV (1:12)
Let us swallow them up alive as the grave; and whole, as those that go down into the pit:
Inspired Version (1:13)
We shall find all precious substance; we shall fill our houses with spoil;
Hebrew (1:13)
KJV (1:13)
We shall find all precious substance, we shall fill our houses with spoil:
Inspired Version (1:14)
Cast in thy lot among us; let us all have one purse--
Hebrew (1:14)
גּ֭וֹרָ֣לְךָ (your lot) תַּפִּ֣יל (Throw in) בְּתוֹכֵ֑נוּ (with us); כִּ֥יס (purse) אֶ֝חָ֗ד (one) יִהְיֶ֥ה (share) לְכֻלָּֽנוּ׃ (let us all)
KJV (1:14)
Cast in thy lot among us; let us all have one purse:
Inspired Version (1:15)
My son, walk not thou in the way with them; refrain thy foot from their path,
Hebrew (1:15)
בְּנִ֗י (my son), אַל־ (do not) תֵּלֵ֣ךְ (walk) בְּדֶ֣רֶךְ (the road) אִתָּ֑ם (with them) מְנַ֥ע (or set) רַ֝גְלְךָ֗ (foot) מִנְּתִיבָתָֽם׃ (upon their path).
KJV (1:15)
My son, walk not thou in the way with them; refrain thy foot from their path:
Inspired Version (1:16)
For their feet run to evil and make haste to shed blood.
Hebrew (1:16)
כִּ֣י (For) רַ֭גְלֵיהֶם (their feet) לָרַ֣ע (to evil), יָר֑וּצוּ (run) וִֽ֝ימַהֲר֗וּ (and they are swift) לִשְׁפָּךְ־ (to shed) דָּֽם׃ (blood).
KJV (1:16)
For their feet run to evil, and make haste to shed blood.
Inspired Version (1:17)
Surely in vain the net is spread in the sight of any bird.
Hebrew (1:17)
KJV (1:17)
Surely in vain the net is spread in the sight of any bird.
Inspired Version (1:18)
And they lay wait for their own blood; they lurk privily for their own lives.
Hebrew (1:18)
וְ֭הֵם (But they) לְדָמָ֣ם (for their [own] blood); יֶאֱרֹ֑בוּ (lie in wait) יִ֝צְפְּנ֗וּ (they ambush) לְנַפְשֹׁתָֽם׃ (their [own] lives).
KJV (1:18)
And they lay wait for their own blood; they lurk privily for their own lives.
Inspired Version (1:19)
So are the ways of every one that is greedy of gain, which taketh away the life of the owners thereof.
Hebrew (1:19)
KJV (1:19)
So are the ways of every one that is greedy of gain; which taketh away the life of the owners thereof.
Inspired Version (1:20)
Wisdom crieth without; she uttereth her voice in the streets;
Hebrew (1:20)
חָ֭כְמוֹת (Wisdom) בַּח֣וּץ (in the street), תָּרֹ֑נָּה (calls out) בָּ֝רְחֹב֗וֹת (in the square); תִּתֵּ֥ן (she lifts) קוֹלָֽהּ׃ (her voice)
KJV (1:20)
Wisdom crieth without; she uttereth her voice in the streets:
Inspired Version (1:21)
She crieth in the chief place of concourse, in the openings of the gates; in the city she uttereth her words, saying,
Hebrew (1:21)
בְּרֹ֥אשׁ (in the main) הֹמִיּ֗וֹת (concourse) תִּ֫קְרָ֥א (she cries aloud), בְּפִתְחֵ֖י (vvv) שְׁעָרִ֥ים (gates) בָּעִ֗יר (at the city) אֲמָרֶ֥יהָ (her speech): תֹאמֵֽר׃ (she makes)
KJV (1:21)
She crieth in the chief place of concourse, in the openings of the gates: in the city she uttereth her words, saying,
Inspired Version (1:22)
How long, ye simple ones, will ye love simplicity, and the scorners delight in their scorning, and fools hate knowledge?
Hebrew (1:22)
עַד־ (How) מָתַ֣י׀ (long), פְּתָיִם֮ (O simple ones), תְּֽאֵהֲב֫וּ (will you love) פֶ֥תִי (your simple [ways])? וְלֵצִ֗ים (How long will scoffers) לָ֭צוֹן (in their scorn) חָמְד֣וּ (delight) לָהֶ֑ם (. . .) וּ֝כְסִילִ֗ים (and fools) יִשְׂנְאוּ־ (hate) דָֽעַת׃ (knowledge)?
KJV (1:22)
How long, ye simple ones, will ye love simplicity? and the scorners delight in their scorning, and fools hate knowledge?
Inspired Version (1:23)
Turn you at my reproof; behold, I will pour out my spirit unto you; I will make known my words unto you,
Hebrew (1:23)
תָּשׁ֗וּבוּ (If you had repented) לְֽת֫וֹכַחְתִּ֥י (at my rebuke), הִנֵּ֤ה (then surely) אַבִּ֣יעָה (I would have poured out) לָכֶ֣ם (my) רוּחִ֑י (spirit on you); אוֹדִ֖יעָה (I would have made) דְבָרַ֣י (my words) אֶתְכֶֽם׃ (known to you).
KJV (1:23)
Turn you at my reproof: behold, I will pour out my spirit unto you, I will make known my words unto you.
Inspired Version (1:24)
Because I have called, and ye refused; I have stretched out my hand, and no man regarded;
Hebrew (1:24)
יַ֣עַן (Because) קָ֭רָאתִי (my call), וַתְּמָאֵ֑נוּ (you refused) נָטִ֥יתִי (my outstretched) יָ֝דִ֗י (hand), וְאֵ֣ין (and no one) מַקְשִֽׁיב׃ (took)
KJV (1:24)
Because I have called, and ye refused; I have stretched out my hand, and no man regarded;
Inspired Version (1:25)
But ye have set at naught all my counsel and would none of my reproof.
Hebrew (1:25)
וַתִּפְרְע֥וּ (because you neglected) כָל־ (all) עֲצָתִ֑י (my counsel), וְ֝תוֹכַחְתִּ֗י (of my correction), לֹ֣א (none) אֲבִיתֶֽם׃ (and wanted)
KJV (1:25)
But ye have set at nought all my counsel, and would none of my reproof:
Inspired Version (1:26)
I also will laugh at your calamity; will mock when your fear cometh,
Hebrew (1:26)
גַּם־ (in turn) אֲ֭נִי (I) בְּאֵידְכֶ֣ם (your calamity); אֶשְׂחָ֑ק (will mock) אֶ֝לְעַ֗ג (I will sneer) בְּבֹ֣א (strikes you), פַחְדְּכֶֽם׃ (when terror)
KJV (1:26)
I also will laugh at your calamity; I will mock when your fear cometh;
Inspired Version (1:27)
When your fear cometh as desolation, and your destruction cometh as a whirlwind, when distress and anguish cometh upon you.
Hebrew (1:27)
בְּבֹ֤א (comes) כְשַׁאֲוָה (like a storm), פַּחְדְּכֶ֗ם (when your dread) וְֽ֭אֵידְכֶם (and your destruction) כְּסוּפָ֣ה (like a whirlwind), יֶאֱתֶ֑ה (-) בְּבֹ֥א (overwhelm you) עֲ֝לֵיכֶ֗ם (. . .). צָרָ֥ה (when distress) וְצוּקָֽה׃ (and anguish)
KJV (1:27)
When your fear cometh as desolation, and your destruction cometh as a whirlwind; when distress and anguish cometh upon you.
Inspired Version (1:28)
Then shall they call upon me, but I will not answer; they shall seek me early, but they shall not find me,
Hebrew (1:28)
אָ֣ז (Then) יִ֭קְרָאֻנְנִי (they will call on me), וְלֹ֣א (but I will not) אֶֽעֱנֶ֑ה (answer); יְ֝שַׁחֲרֻ֗נְנִי (they {will} earnestly seek me), וְלֹ֣א (but {will} not) יִמְצָאֻֽנְנִי׃ (find me).
KJV (1:28)
Then shall they call upon me, but I will not answer; they shall seek me early, but they shall not find me:
Inspired Version (1:29)
For that they hated knowledge and did not choose the fear of the Lord;
Hebrew (1:29)
KJV (1:29)
For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the LORD:
Inspired Version (1:30)
They would none of my counsel; they despised all my reproof.
Hebrew (1:30)
לֹא־ (none) אָב֥וּ (They accepted) לַעֲצָתִ֑י (of my counsel); נָ֝אֲצ֗וּ (they despised) כָּל־ (all) תּוֹכַחְתִּֽי׃ (my reproof).
KJV (1:30)
They would none of my counsel: they despised all my reproof.
Inspired Version (1:31)
Therefore shall they eat of the fruit of their own way and be filled with their own devices.
Hebrew (1:31)
וְֽ֭יֹאכְלוּ (So they {will} eat) מִפְּרִ֣י (the fruit) דַרְכָּ֑ם (of their own way), וּֽמִמֹּעֲצֹ֖תֵיהֶ֣ם (with their own devices). יִשְׂבָּֽעוּ׃ (and be filled)
KJV (1:31)
Therefore shall they eat of the fruit of their own way, and be filled with their own devices.
Inspired Version (1:32)
For the turning away of the simple shall slay them, and the prosperity of fools shall destroy them.
Hebrew (1:32)
כִּ֤י (For) מְשׁוּבַ֣ת (the waywardness) פְּתָיִ֣ם (of the simple) תַּֽהַרְגֵ֑ם (will slay them), וְשַׁלְוַ֖ת (and the complacency) כְּסִילִ֣ים (of fools) תְּאַבְּדֵֽם׃ (will destroy them).
KJV (1:32)
For the turning away of the simple shall slay them, and the prosperity of fools shall destroy them.
Inspired Version (1:33)
But whoso hearkeneth unto me shall dwell safely and shall be quiet from fear of evil.
Hebrew (1:33)
וְשֹׁמֵ֣עַֽ (But whoever listens) לִ֭י (to me) יִשְׁכָּן־ ({will} dwell) בֶּ֑טַח (in safety), וְ֝שַׁאֲנַ֗ן (secure) מִפַּ֥חַד (from the fear) רָעָֽה׃פ (of evil).
KJV (1:33)
But whoso hearkeneth unto me shall dwell safely, and shall be quiet from fear of evil.
Inspired Version (2:1)
My son, if thou wilt receive my words and hide my commandments with thee,
Hebrew (2:1)
בְּ֭נִי (My son), אִם־ (if) תִּקַּ֣ח (you accept) אֲמָרָ֑י (my words) וּ֝מִצְוֺתַ֗י (my commandments) תִּצְפֹּ֥ן (and hide) אִתָּֽךְ׃ (within you),
KJV (2:1)
My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee;
Inspired Version (2:2)
So that thou incline thine ear unto wisdom and apply thine heart to understanding,
Hebrew (2:2)
לְהַקְשִׁ֣יב (if you incline) לַֽחָכְמָ֣ה (to wisdom) אָזְנֶ֑ךָ (your ear) תַּטֶּ֥ה (and direct) לִ֝בְּךָ֗ (your heart) לַתְּבוּנָֽה׃ (to understanding),
KJV (2:2)
So that thou incline thine ear unto wisdom, and apply thine heart to understanding;
Inspired Version (2:3)
Yea, if thou criest after knowledge and liftest up thy voice for understanding,
Hebrew (2:3)
כִּ֤י (truly) אִ֣ם (if you) לַבִּינָ֣ה (to insight) תִקְרָ֑א (call out) לַ֝תְּבוּנָ֗ה (to understanding), תִּתֵּ֥ן (and lift) קוֹלֶֽךָ׃ (your voice)
KJV (2:3)
Yea, if thou criest after knowledge, and liftest up thy voice for understanding;
Inspired Version (2:4)
If thou seekest her as silver and searchest for her as for hid treasures,
Hebrew (2:4)
אִם־ (if) תְּבַקְשֶׁ֥נָּה (you seek) כַכָּ֑סֶף (it like silver) וְֽכַמַּטְמוֹנִ֥ים (like hidden treasure), תַּחְפְּשֶֽׂנָּה׃ (and search it out)
KJV (2:4)
If thou seekest her as silver, and searchest for her as for hid treasures;
Inspired Version (2:5)
Then shalt thou understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God.
Hebrew (2:5)
KJV (2:5)
Then shalt thou understand the fear of the LORD, and find the knowledge of God.
Inspired Version (2:6)
For the Lord giveth wisdom; out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.
Hebrew (2:6)
KJV (2:6)
For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.
Inspired Version (2:7)
He layeth up sound wisdom for the righteous; he is a buckler to them that walk uprightly.
Hebrew (2:7)
וְצָפַן (He stores up) לַ֭יְשָׁרִים (for the upright); תּוּשִׁיָּ֑ה (sound wisdom) מָ֝גֵ֗ן (He is a shield) לְהֹ֣לְכֵי (to those who walk) תֹֽם׃ (with integrity),
KJV (2:7)
He layeth up sound wisdom for the righteous: he is a buckler to them that walk uprightly.
Inspired Version (2:8)
He keepeth the paths of judgment and preserveth the way of his saints.
Hebrew (2:8)
לִ֭נְצֹר (to guard) אָרְח֣וֹת (the paths) מִשְׁפָּ֑ט (of justice) וְדֶ֖רֶךְ (the way) חֲסִידוֹ (of His saints). יִשְׁמֹֽר׃ (and protect)
KJV (2:8)
He keepeth the paths of judgment, and preserveth the way of his saints.
Inspired Version (2:9)
Then shalt thou understand righteousness, and judgment, and equity, yea, every good path.
Hebrew (2:9)
אָ֗ז (Then) תָּ֭בִין (you will discern) צֶ֣דֶק (righteousness) וּמִשְׁפָּ֑ט (and justice) וּ֝מֵישָׁרִ֗ים (and equity)— כָּל־ (every) מַעְגַּל־ (path). טֽוֹב׃ (good)
KJV (2:9)
Then shalt thou understand righteousness, and judgment, and equity; yea, every good path.
Inspired Version (2:10)
When wisdom entereth into thine heart and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul,
Hebrew (2:10)
כִּֽי־ (For) תָב֣וֹא (will enter) חָכְמָ֣ה (wisdom) בְלִבֶּ֑ךָ (your heart), וְ֝דַ֗עַת (and knowledge) לְֽנַפְשְׁךָ֥ (your soul). יִנְעָֽם׃ (will delight)
KJV (2:10)
When wisdom entereth into thine heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul;
Inspired Version (2:11)
Discretion shall preserve thee; understanding shall keep thee--
Hebrew (2:11)
מְ֭זִמָּה (Discretion) תִּשְׁמֹ֥ר (will watch over you), עָלֶ֗יךָ (. . .) תְּבוּנָ֥ה (and understanding) תִנְצְרֶֽכָּה׃ (will guard you),
KJV (2:11)
Discretion shall preserve thee, understanding shall keep thee:
Inspired Version (2:12)
To deliver thee from the way of the evil man, from the man that speaketh froward things,
Hebrew (2:12)
לְ֭הַצִּ֣ילְךָ (to deliver you) מִדֶּ֣רֶךְ (from the way) רָ֑ע (of evil), מֵ֝אִ֗ישׁ (from the man) מְדַבֵּ֥ר (who speaks) תַּהְפֻּכֽוֹת׃ (perversity),
KJV (2:12)
To deliver thee from the way of the evil man, from the man that speaketh froward things;
Inspired Version (2:13)
Who leave the paths of uprightness to walk in the ways of darkness,
Hebrew (2:13)
הַ֭עֹ֣זְבִים (from those who leave) אָרְח֣וֹת (paths) יֹ֑שֶׁר (the straight) לָ֝לֶ֗כֶת (to walk) בְּדַרְכֵי־ (in the ways) חֹֽשֶׁךְ׃ (of darkness),
KJV (2:13)
Who leave the paths of uprightness, to walk in the ways of darkness;
Inspired Version (2:14)
Who rejoice to do evil and delight in the frowardness of the wicked,
Hebrew (2:14)
הַ֭שְּׂמֵחִים (from those who enjoy) לַעֲשׂ֥וֹת (doing) רָ֑ע (evil) יָ֝גִ֗ילוּ (and rejoice) בְּֽתַהְפֻּכ֥וֹת (in the twistedness) רָֽע׃ (of evil),
KJV (2:14)
Who rejoice to do evil, and delight in the frowardness of the wicked;
Inspired Version (2:15)
Whose ways are crooked, and they froward in their paths;
Hebrew (2:15)
אֲשֶׁ֣ר (whose) אָרְחֹתֵיהֶ֣ם (paths) עִקְּשִׁ֑ים (are crooked) וּ֝נְלוֹזִ֗ים (are devious). בְּמַעְגְּלוֹתָֽם׃ (and whose ways)
KJV (2:15)
Whose ways are crooked, and they froward in their paths:
Inspired Version (2:16)
To deliver thee from the strange woman, even from the stranger which flattereth with her words,
Hebrew (2:16)
לְ֭הַצִּ֣ילְךָ (It will rescue you) מֵאִשָּׁ֣ה (woman), זָרָ֑ה (from the forbidden) מִ֝נָּכְרִיָּ֗ה (from the stranger) אֲמָרֶ֥יהָ (words) הֶחֱלִֽיקָה׃ (with seductive)
KJV (2:16)
To deliver thee from the strange woman, even from the stranger which flattereth with her words;
Inspired Version (2:17)
Which forsaketh the guide of her youth and forgetteth the covenant of her God.
Hebrew (2:17)
הַ֭עֹזֶבֶת (who abandons) אַלּ֣וּף (the partner) נְעוּרֶ֑יהָ (of her youth) וְאֶת־ (-) בְּרִ֖ית (the covenant) אֱלֹהֶ֣יהָ (of her God). שָׁכֵֽחָה׃ (and forgets)
KJV (2:17)
Which forsaketh the guide of her youth, and forgetteth the covenant of her God.
Inspired Version (2:18)
For her house inclineth unto death, and her paths unto the dead.
Hebrew (2:18)
כִּ֤י (For) שָׁ֣חָה (sinks down) אֶל־ (to) מָ֣וֶת (death), בֵּיתָ֑הּ (her house) וְאֶל־ (to) רְ֝פָאִ֗ים (the departed spirits). מַעְגְּלֹתֶֽיהָ׃ (and her tracks)
KJV (2:18)
For her house inclineth unto death, and her paths unto the dead.
Inspired Version (2:19)
None that go unto her return again; neither take they hold of the paths of life,
Hebrew (2:19)
כָּל־ (None) בָּ֭אֶיהָ (who go to her) לֹ֣א (. . .) יְשׁוּב֑וּן (return) וְלֹֽא־ ([or]) יַ֝שִּׂ֗יגוּ (negotiate) אָרְח֥וֹת (the paths) חַיִּֽים׃ (of life).
KJV (2:19)
None that go unto her return again, neither take they hold of the paths of life.
Inspired Version (2:20)
That thou mayest walk in the way of good men and keep the paths of the righteous.
Hebrew (2:20)
לְמַ֗עַן (So) תֵּ֭לֵךְ (you will follow) בְּדֶ֣רֶךְ (in the ways) טוֹבִ֑ים (of the good), וְאָרְח֖וֹת (the paths) צַדִּיקִ֣ים (of the righteous). תִּשְׁמֹֽר׃ (and keep to)
KJV (2:20)
That thou mayest walk in the way of good men, and keep the paths of the righteous.
Inspired Version (2:21)
For the upright shall dwell in the land, and the perfect shall remain in it.
Hebrew (2:21)
כִּֽי־ (For) יְשָׁרִ֥ים (the upright) יִשְׁכְּנוּ (will inhabit) אָ֑רֶץ (the land), וּ֝תְמִימִ֗ים (and the blameless) יִוָּ֥תְרוּ (will remain) בָֽהּ׃ (in it);
KJV (2:21)
For the upright shall dwell in the land, and the perfect shall remain in it.
Inspired Version (2:22)
But the wicked shall be cut off from the earth, and the transgressors shall be rooted out of it.
Hebrew (2:22)
וּ֭רְשָׁעִים (but the wicked) מֵאֶ֣רֶץ (the land), יִכָּרֵ֑תוּ (will be cut off) וּ֝בוֹגְדִ֗ים (and the unfaithful) יִסְּח֥וּ ({will} be uprooted). מִמֶּֽנָּה׃פ (from)
KJV (2:22)
But the wicked shall be cut off from the earth, and the transgressors shall be rooted out of it.
Inspired Version (3:1)
My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments,
Hebrew (3:1)
בְּ֭נִי (My son), תּוֹרָתִ֣י (my teaching), אַל־ (do not) תִּשְׁכָּ֑ח (forget) וּ֝מִצְוֺתַ֗י (my commandments); יִצֹּ֥ר (keep) לִבֶּֽךָ׃ (but let your heart)
KJV (3:1)
My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments:
Inspired Version (3:2)
For length of days, and long life, and peace shall they add to thee.
Hebrew (3:2)
כִּ֤י (for) אֹ֣רֶךְ (length) יָ֭מִים (to your days), וּשְׁנ֣וֹת (years) חַיִּ֑ים (to your life) וְ֝שָׁל֗וֹם (and peace) יוֹסִ֥יפוּ (they will add) לָֽךְ׃ ().
KJV (3:2)
For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee.
Inspired Version (3:3)
Let not mercy and truth forsake thee; bind them about thy neck; write them upon the table of thine heart;
Hebrew (3:3)
חֶ֥סֶד (let loving devotion) וֶאֱמֶ֗ת (or faithfulness) אַֽל־ (Never) יַעַ֫זְבֻ֥ךָ (leave you); קָשְׁרֵ֥ם (bind) עַל־ (them) גַּרְגְּרוֹתֶ֑יךָ (around your neck), כָּ֝תְבֵ֗ם (write them) עַל־ (on) ל֥וּחַ (the tablet) לִבֶּֽךָ׃ (of your heart).
KJV (3:3)
Let not mercy and truth forsake thee: bind them about thy neck; write them upon the table of thine heart:
Inspired Version (3:4)
So shalt thou find favor and good understanding in the sight of God and man.
Hebrew (3:4)
וּמְצָא־ (Then you will find) חֵ֖ן (favor) וְשֵֽׂכֶל־ (and high regard) ט֑וֹב (. . .) בְּעֵינֵ֖י (in the sight) אֱלֹהִ֣ים (of God) וְאָדָֽם׃פ (and man).
KJV (3:4)
So shalt thou find favor and good understanding in the sight of God and man.
Inspired Version (3:5)
Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Hebrew (3:5)
בְּטַ֣ח (Trust) אֶל־ (in) יְ֭הוָה (the LORD) בְּכָל־ (with all) לִבֶּ֑ךָ (your heart), וְאֶל־ (on) בִּֽ֝ינָתְךָ֗ (your own understanding); אַל־ (not) תִּשָּׁעֵֽן׃ (and lean)
KJV (3:5)
Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Inspired Version (3:6)
In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
Hebrew (3:6)
בְּכָל־ (in all) דְּרָכֶ֥יךָ (your ways) דָעֵ֑הוּ (acknowledge Him), וְ֝ה֗וּא (and He) יְיַשֵּׁ֥ר (will make) אֹֽרְחֹתֶֽיךָ׃ (your paths {straight}).
KJV (3:6)
In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
Inspired Version (3:7)
Be not wise in thine own eyes; fear the Lord, and depart from evil.
Hebrew (3:7)
KJV (3:7)
Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil.
Inspired Version (3:8)
It shall be health to thy navel and marrow to thy bones.
Hebrew (3:8)
רִ֭פְאוּת (healing) תְּהִ֣י (This will bring) לְשָׁרֶּ֑ךָ (to your body) וְ֝שִׁקּ֗וּי (and refreshment) לְעַצְמוֹתֶֽיךָ׃ (to your bones).
KJV (3:8)
It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones.
Inspired Version (3:9)
Honor the Lord with thy substance and with the firstfruits of all thine increase;
Hebrew (3:9)
כַּבֵּ֣ד (Honor) אֶת־ (-) יְ֭הוָה (the LORD) מֵהוֹנֶ֑ךָ (with your wealth) וּ֝מֵרֵאשִׁ֗ית (and with the firstfruits) כָּל־ (of all) תְּבוּאָתֶֽךָ׃ (your crops);
KJV (3:9)
Honor the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase:
Inspired Version (3:10)
So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine.
Hebrew (3:10)
וְיִמָּלְא֣וּ (will be filled) אֲסָמֶ֣יךָ (then your barns) שָׂבָ֑ע (with plenty), וְ֝תִיר֗וֹשׁ (with new wine). יְקָבֶ֥יךָ (and your vats) יִפְרֹֽצוּ׃פ (will overflow)
KJV (3:10)
So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine.
Inspired Version (3:11)
My son, despise not the chastening of the Lord; neither be weary of his correction,
Hebrew (3:11)
KJV (3:11)
My son, despise not the chastening of the LORD; neither be weary of his correction:
Inspired Version (3:12)
For whom the Lord loveth he correcteth, even as a father the son in whom he delighteth.
Hebrew (3:12)
KJV (3:12)
For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth.
Inspired Version (3:13)
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom and the man that getteth understanding,
Hebrew (3:13)
KJV (3:13)
Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding.
Inspired Version (3:14)
For the merchandise of it is better than the merchandise of silver, and the gain thereof than fine gold.
Hebrew (3:14)
כִּ֤י (for) ט֣וֹב (she is more) סַ֭חְרָהּ (profitable) מִסְּחַר־ (. . .) כָּ֑סֶף (than silver), וּ֝מֵחָר֗וּץ (than fine gold). תְּבוּאָתָֽהּ׃ (and her gain [is better])
KJV (3:14)
For the merchandise of it is better than the merchandise of silver, and the gain thereof than fine gold.
Inspired Version (3:15)
She is more precious than rubies; and all the things thou canst desire are not to be compared unto her.
Hebrew (3:15)
יְקָ֣רָה (is more precious) הִ֭יא (She) מִפְּנִיִּים (than rubies); וְכָל־ (nothing) חֲ֝פָצֶ֗יךָ (you desire) לֹ֣א (. . .) יִֽשְׁווּ־ (compares) בָֽהּ׃ (with her).
KJV (3:15)
She is more precious than rubies: and all the things thou canst desire are not to be compared unto her.
Inspired Version (3:16)
Length of days is in her right hand, and in her left hand riches and honor.
Hebrew (3:16)
אֹ֣רֶךְ (Long) יָ֭מִים (life) בִּֽימִינָ֑הּ (is in her right hand); בִּ֝שְׂמֹאולָ֗הּ (in her left hand) עֹ֣שֶׁר ([are] riches) וְכָבֽוֹד׃ (and honor).
KJV (3:16)
Length of days is in her right hand; and in her left hand riches and honor.
Inspired Version (3:17)
Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.
Hebrew (3:17)
דְּרָכֶ֥יהָ (All her ways) דַרְכֵי־ (. . .) נֹ֑עַם (are pleasant), וְֽכָל־ (and all) נְתִ֖יבוֹתֶ֣יהָ (her paths) שָׁלֽוֹם׃ ([are] peaceful).
KJV (3:17)
Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.
Inspired Version (3:18)
She is a tree of life to them that lay hold upon her; and happy is every one that retaineth her.
Hebrew (3:18)
עֵץ־ (is a tree) חַיִּ֣ים (of life) הִ֭יא (She) לַמַּחֲזִיקִ֣ים (to those who embrace) בָּ֑הּ (her), וְֽתֹמְכֶ֥יהָ (and those who lay hold of her) מְאֻשָּֽׁר׃פ (are blessed).
KJV (3:18)
She is a tree of life to them that lay hold upon her: and happy is every one that retaineth her.
Inspired Version (3:19)
The Lord by wisdom hath founded the earth; by understanding hath he established the heavens.
Hebrew (3:19)
יְֽהוָ֗ה (The LORD) בְּחָכְמָ֥ה (by wisdom) יָֽסַד־ (founded) אָ֑רֶץ (the earth) כּוֹנֵ֥ן (and established) שָׁ֝מַ֗יִם (the heavens) בִּתְבוּנָֽה׃ (by understanding).
KJV (3:19)
The LORD by wisdom hath founded the earth; by understanding hath he established the heavens.
Inspired Version (3:20)
By his knowledge the depths are broken up, and the clouds drop down the dew.
Hebrew (3:20)
בְּ֭דַעְתּוֹ (By His knowledge) תְּהוֹמ֣וֹת (the watery depths) נִבְקָ֑עוּ (were broken open), וּ֝שְׁחָקִ֗ים (and the clouds) יִרְעֲפוּ־ (dripped) טָֽל׃ (with dew).
KJV (3:20)
By his knowledge the depths are broken up, and the clouds drop down the dew.
Inspired Version (3:21)
My son, let not them depart from thine eyes; keep sound wisdom and discretion;
Hebrew (3:21)
בְּ֭נִי (My son), אַל־ (do not) יָלֻ֣זוּ (lose) מֵעֵינֶ֑יךָ (sight of this): נְצֹ֥ר (Preserve) תֻּ֝שִׁיָּ֗ה (sound judgment) וּמְזִמָּֽה׃ (and discernment).
KJV (3:21)
My son, let not them depart from thine eyes: keep sound wisdom and discretion:
Inspired Version (3:22)
So shall they be life unto thy soul and grace to thy neck.
Hebrew (3:22)
וְיִֽהְי֣וּ (They will be) חַיִּ֣ים (life) לְנַפְשֶׁ֑ךָ (to your soul) וְ֝חֵ֗ן (and adornment) לְגַרְגְּרֹתֶֽיךָ׃ (to your neck).
KJV (3:22)
So shall they be life unto thy soul, and grace to thy neck.
Inspired Version (3:23)
Then shalt thou walk in thy way safely, and thy foot shall not stumble.
Hebrew (3:23)
אָ֤ז (Then) תֵּלֵ֣ךְ (you will go) לָבֶ֣טַח (in safety), דַּרְכֶּ֑ךָ (on your way) וְ֝רַגְלְךָ֗ (and your foot) לֹ֣א (will not) תִגּֽוֹף׃ (stumble).
KJV (3:23)
Then shalt thou walk in thy way safely, and thy foot shall not stumble.
Inspired Version (3:24)
When thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid; yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.
Hebrew (3:24)
אִם־ (When) תִּשְׁכַּ֥ב (you lie down), לֹֽא־ (you will not) תִפְחָ֑ד (be afraid); וְ֝שָׁכַבְתָּ֗ (when you rest), וְֽעָרְבָ֥ה (will be sweet). שְׁנָתֶֽךָ׃ (your sleep)
KJV (3:24)
When thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.
Inspired Version (3:25)
Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked when it cometh.
Hebrew (3:25)
אַל־ (Do not) תִּ֭ירָא (fear) מִפַּ֣חַד (danger) פִּתְאֹ֑ם (sudden) וּמִשֹּׁאַ֥ת (or the ruin) רְ֝שָׁעִ֗ים (the wicked), כִּ֣י (that) תָבֹֽא׃ (overtakes)
KJV (3:25)
Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh.
Inspired Version (3:26)
For the Lord shall be thy confidence and shall keep thy foot from being taken.
Hebrew (3:26)
כִּֽי־ (for) יְ֭הוָה (the LORD) יִהְיֶ֣ה (will be) בְכִסְלֶ֑ךָ (your confidence) וְשָׁמַ֖ר (and will keep) רַגְלְךָ֣ (your foot) מִלָּֽכֶד׃ (from the snare).
KJV (3:26)
For the LORD shall be thy confidence, and shall keep thy foot from being taken.
Inspired Version (3:27)
Withhold not good from them to whom it is due when it is in the power of thine hand to do it.
Hebrew (3:27)
אַל־ (Do not) תִּמְנַע־ (withhold) ט֥וֹב (good) מִבְּעָלָ֑יו (from the deserving) בִּהְי֨וֹת (when it is) לְאֵ֖ל (power) יָדֶיךָ (within your) לַעֲשֽׂוֹת׃ (to act).
KJV (3:27)
Withhold not good from them to whom it is due, when it is in the power of thine hand to do it.
Inspired Version (3:28)
Say not unto thy neighbor, Go, and come again, and to-morrow I will give, when thou hast it by thee.
Hebrew (3:28)
KJV (3:28)
Say not unto thy neighbor, Go, and come again, and tomorrow I will give; when thou hast it by thee.
Inspired Version (3:29)
Devise not evil against thy neighbor, seeing he dwelleth securely by thee.
Hebrew (3:29)
KJV (3:29)
Devise not evil against thy neighbor, seeing he dwelleth securely by thee.
Inspired Version (3:30)
Strive not with a man without cause if he have done thee no harm.
Hebrew (3:30)
KJV (3:30)
Strive not with a man without cause, if he have done thee no harm.
Inspired Version (3:31)
Envy thou not the oppressor, and choose none of his ways.
Hebrew (3:31)
אַל־ (Do not) תְּ֭קַנֵּא (envy) בְּאִ֣ישׁ (man) חָמָ֑ס (a violent) וְאַל־ (. . .) תִּ֝בְחַ֗ר (or choose) בְּכָל־ (any) דְּרָכָֽיו׃ (of his ways);
KJV (3:31)
Envy thou not the oppressor, and choose none of his ways.
Inspired Version (3:32)
For the froward is abomination to the Lord, but his secret is with the righteous.
Hebrew (3:32)
KJV (3:32)
For the froward is abomination to the LORD: but his secret is with the righteous.
Inspired Version (3:33)
The curse of the Lord is in the house of the wicked; but he blesseth the habitation of the just.
Hebrew (3:33)
מְאֵרַ֣ת (The curse) יְ֭הוָה (of the LORD) בְּבֵ֣ית (is on the house) רָשָׁ֑ע (of the wicked), וּנְוֵ֖ה (the home) צַדִּיקִ֣ים (of the righteous). יְבָרֵֽךְ׃ (but He blesses)
KJV (3:33)
The curse of the LORD is in the house of the wicked: but he blesseth the habitation of the just.
Inspired Version (3:34)
Surely he scorneth the scorners; but he giveth grace unto the lowly.
Hebrew (3:34)
אִם־ (-) לַלֵּצִ֥ים (mocks) הֽוּא־ (He) יָלִ֑יץ (the mockers), וְלַעֲנִיִּים (to the humble). יִתֶּן־ (but gives) חֵֽן׃ (grace)
KJV (3:34)
Surely he scorneth the scorners: but he giveth grace unto the lowly.
Inspired Version (3:35)
The wise shall inherit glory; but shame shall be the promotion of fools.
Hebrew (3:35)
כָּ֭בוֹד (honor), חֲכָמִ֣ים (The wise) יִנְחָ֑לוּ (will inherit) וּ֝כְסִילִ֗ים (but fools) מֵרִ֥ים (are held up) קָלֽוֹן׃פ (to shame).
KJV (3:35)
The wise shall inherit glory: but shame shall be the promotion of fools.
Inspired Version (4:1)
Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding.
Hebrew (4:1)
KJV (4:1)
Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding.
Inspired Version (4:2)
For I give you good doctrine; forsake ye not my law.
Hebrew (4:2)
כִּ֤י (For) לֶ֣קַח (teaching); ט֭וֹב (sound) נָתַ֣תִּי (I give) לָכֶ֑ם (you) תּֽ֝וֹרָתִ֗י (my directive). אַֽל־ (do not) תַּעֲזֹֽבוּ׃ (abandon)
KJV (4:2)
For I give you good doctrine, forsake ye not my law.
Inspired Version (4:3)
For I was my father's son, tender and only beloved in the sight of my mother.
Hebrew (4:3)
KJV (4:3)
For I was my father's son, tender and only beloved in the sight of my mother.
Inspired Version (4:4)
He taught me also and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words; keep my commandments, and live.
Hebrew (4:4)
וַיֹּרֵ֗נִי (he taught) וַיֹּ֥אמֶר (and said), לִ֗י (me) יִֽתְמָךְ־ (lay hold) דְּבָרַ֥י (of my words); לִבֶּ֑ךָ (Let your heart) שְׁמֹ֖ר (keep) מִצְוֺתַ֣י (my commands) וֶֽחְיֵֽה׃ (and you will live).
KJV (4:4)
He taught me also, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words: keep my commandments, and live.
Inspired Version (4:5)
Get wisdom; get understanding; forget it not; neither decline from the words of my mouth.
Hebrew (4:5)
קְנֵ֣ה (Get) חָ֭כְמָה (wisdom), קְנֵ֣ה (get) בִינָ֑ה (understanding); אַל־ (do not) תִּשְׁכַּ֥ח (forget) וְאַל־ (. . .) תֵּ֝֗ט (or turn from them). מֵֽאִמְרֵי־ (my words) פִֽי׃ (. . .)
KJV (4:5)
Get wisdom, get understanding: forget it not; neither decline from the words of my mouth.
Inspired Version (4:6)
Forsake her not, and she shall preserve thee; love her, and she shall keep thee.
Hebrew (4:6)
אַל־ (Do not) תַּעַזְבֶ֥הָ (forsake [wisdom]), וְתִשְׁמְרֶ֑ךָּ (and she will preserve you); אֱהָבֶ֥הָ (love her), וְתִצְּרֶֽךָּ׃ (and she will guard you).
KJV (4:6)
Forsake her not, and she shall preserve thee: love her, and she shall keep thee.
Inspired Version (4:7)
Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore, get wisdom; and with all thy getting, get understanding.
Hebrew (4:7)
KJV (4:7)
Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.
Inspired Version (4:8)
Exalt her, and she shall promote thee; she shall bring thee to honor when thou dost embrace her.
Hebrew (4:8)
סַלְסְלֶ֥הָ (Prize her), וּֽתְרוֹמְמֶ֑ךָּ (and she will exalt you); תְּ֝כַבֵּ֗דְךָ (she will honor you). כִּ֣י (if) תְחַבְּקֶֽנָּה׃ (you embrace her),
KJV (4:8)
Exalt her, and she shall promote thee: she shall bring thee to honor, when thou dost embrace her.
Inspired Version (4:9)
She shall give to thine head an ornament of grace; a crown of glory shall she deliver to thee.
Hebrew (4:9)
תִּתֵּ֣ן (She will set) לְ֭רֹאשְׁךָ (on your head); לִוְיַת־ (a garland) חֵ֑ן (of grace) עֲטֶ֖רֶת (with a crown) תִּפְאֶ֣רֶת (of beauty). תְּמַגְּנֶֽךָּ׃ (she will present you)
KJV (4:9)
She shall give to thine head an ornament of grace: a crown of glory shall she deliver to thee.
Inspired Version (4:10)
Hear, O my son, and receive my sayings; and the years of thy life shall be many.
Hebrew (4:10)
KJV (4:10)
Hear, O my son, and receive my sayings; and the years of thy life shall be many.
Inspired Version (4:11)
I have taught thee in the way of wisdom; I have led thee in right paths.
Hebrew (4:11)
בְּדֶ֣רֶךְ (in the way) חָ֭כְמָה (of wisdom); הֹרֵתִ֑יךָ (I will guide you) הִ֝דְרַכְתִּ֗יךָ (I will lead you) בְּמַעְגְּלֵי־ (paths). יֹֽשֶׁר׃ (on straight)
KJV (4:11)
I have taught thee in the way of wisdom; I have led thee in right paths.
Inspired Version (4:12)
When thou goest, thy steps shall not be straitened; and when thou runnest, thou shalt not stumble.
Hebrew (4:12)
בְּֽ֭לֶכְתְּךָ (When you walk), לֹא־ (will not) יֵצַ֣ר (be impeded); צַעֲדֶ֑ךָ (your steps) וְאִם־ (when) תָּ֝ר֗וּץ (you run), לֹ֣א (you will not) תִכָּשֵֽׁל׃ (stumble).
KJV (4:12)
When thou goest, thy steps shall not be straitened; and when thou runnest, thou shalt not stumble.
Inspired Version (4:13)
Take fast hold of instruction; let her not go; keep her, for she is thy life.
Hebrew (4:13)
הַחֲזֵ֣ק (Hold on) בַּמּוּסָ֣ר (to instruction); אַל־ (do not) תֶּ֑רֶף (let go). נִ֝צְּרֶ֗הָ (Guard it), כִּי־ (for) הִ֥יא (it) חַיֶּֽיךָ׃ (is your life).
KJV (4:13)
Take fast hold of instruction; let her not go: keep her; for she is thy life.
Inspired Version (4:14)
Enter not into the path of the wicked, and go not in the way of evil men.
Hebrew (4:14)
בְּאֹ֣רַח (on the path) רְ֭שָׁעִים (of the wicked) אַל־ (Do not) תָּבֹ֑א (set foot) וְאַל־ ([or]) תְּ֝אַשֵּׁ֗ר (walk) בְּדֶ֣רֶךְ (in the way) רָעִֽים׃ (of evildoers).
KJV (4:14)
Enter not into the path of the wicked, and go not in the way of evil men.
Inspired Version (4:15)
Avoid it; pass not by it; turn from it, and pass away.
Hebrew (4:15)
פְּרָעֵ֥הוּ (Avoid it); אַל־ (do not) תַּעֲבָר־ (travel) בּ֑וֹ (on it). שְׂטֵ֖ה (Turn) מֵעָלָ֣יו (from it) וַעֲבֽוֹר׃ (and pass on by).
KJV (4:15)
Avoid it, pass not by it, turn from it, and pass away.
Inspired Version (4:16)
For they sleep not except they have done mischief; and their sleep is taken away unless they cause some to fall.
Hebrew (4:16)
כִּ֤י (For) לֹ֣א (they cannot) יִֽ֭שְׁנוּ (sleep) אִם־ (unless) לֹ֣א (. . .) יָרֵ֑עוּ (they do evil); וְֽנִגְזְלָ֥ה (they are deprived) שְׁ֝נָתָ֗ם (of slumber) אִם־ (until) לֹ֥א (. . .) יִכְשׁוֹלוּ׃ (they make someone fall).
KJV (4:16)
For they sleep not, except they have done mischief; and their sleep is taken away, unless they cause some to fall.
Inspired Version (4:17)
For they eat the bread of wickedness and drink the wine of violence.
Hebrew (4:17)
KJV (4:17)
For they eat the bread of wickedness, and drink the wine of violence.
Inspired Version (4:18)
But the path of the just is as the shining light that shineth more and more unto the perfect day.
Hebrew (4:18)
KJV (4:18)
But the path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day.
Inspired Version (4:19)
The way of the wicked is as darkness; they know not at what they stumble.
Hebrew (4:19)
דֶּ֣רֶךְ (But the way) רְ֭שָׁעִים (of the wicked) כָּֽאֲפֵלָ֑ה (is like the darkest gloom); לֹ֥א (they do not) יָ֝דְע֗וּ (know) בַּמֶּ֥ה (what) יִכָּשֵֽׁלוּ׃פ (makes them stumble).
KJV (4:19)
The way of the wicked is as darkness: they know not at what they stumble.
Inspired Version (4:20)
My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings.
Hebrew (4:20)
בְּ֭נִי (My son), לִדְבָרַ֣י (to my words); הַקְשִׁ֑יבָה (pay attention) לַ֝אֲמָרַ֗י (to my sayings). הַט־ (incline) אָזְנֶֽךָ׃ (your ear)
KJV (4:20)
My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings.
Inspired Version (4:21)
Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart.
Hebrew (4:21)
אַל־ (Do not) יַלִּ֥יזוּ (lose) מֵעֵינֶ֑יךָ (sight of them); שָׁ֝מְרֵ֗ם (keep them) בְּת֣וֹךְ (within) לְבָבֶֽךָ׃ (your heart).
KJV (4:21)
Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart.
Inspired Version (4:22)
For they are life unto those that find them and health to all their flesh.
Hebrew (4:22)
כִּֽי־ (For) חַיִּ֣ים (are life) הֵ֭ם (they) לְמֹצְאֵיהֶ֑ם (to those who find them), וּֽלְכָל־ (to the whole) בְּשָׂר֥וֹ (body). מַרְפֵּֽא׃ (and health)
KJV (4:22)
For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh.
Inspired Version (4:23)
Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.
Hebrew (4:23)
מִֽכָּל־ (with all) מִ֭שְׁמָר (diligence), נְצֹ֣ר (Guard) לִבֶּ֑ךָ (your heart) כִּֽי־ (for) מִ֝מֶּ֗נּוּ (from it) תּוֹצְא֥וֹת (flow) חַיִּֽים׃ (springs of life).
KJV (4:23)
Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.
Inspired Version (4:24)
Put away from thee a froward mouth, and perverse lips put far from thee.
Hebrew (4:24)
הָסֵ֣ר (Put) מִ֭מְּךָ (away) עִקְּשׁ֣וּת (deception) פֶּ֑ה (from your mouth); וּלְז֥וּת (from perverse speech). שְׂ֝פָתַ֗יִם (your lips) הַרְחֵ֥ק (keep) מִמֶּֽךָּ׃ (. . .)
KJV (4:24)
Put away from thee a froward mouth, and perverse lips put far from thee.
Inspired Version (4:25)
Let thine eyes look right on, and let thine eyelids look straight before thee.
Hebrew (4:25)
עֵ֭ינֶיךָ (Let your eyes) לְנֹ֣כַח (forward); יַבִּ֑יטוּ (look) וְ֝עַפְעַפֶּ֗יךָ (fix your gaze) יַיְשִׁ֥רוּ (straight) נֶגְדֶּֽךָ׃ (ahead).
KJV (4:25)
Let thine eyes look right on, and let thine eyelids look straight before thee.
Inspired Version (4:26)
Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established.
Hebrew (4:26)
פַּ֭לֵּס (Make a level) מַעְגַּ֣ל (path) רַגְלֶ֑ךָ (for your feet), וְֽכָל־ (and all) דְּרָכֶ֥יךָ (your ways) יִכֹּֽנוּ׃ (will be sure).
KJV (4:26)
Ponder the path of thy feet, and let all thy ways be established.
Inspired Version (4:27)
Turn not to the right hand nor to the left; remove thy foot from evil.
Hebrew (4:27)
KJV (4:27)
Turn not to the right hand nor to the left: remove thy foot from evil.
Inspired Version (5:1)
My son, attend unto my wisdom, and bow thine ear to my understanding,
Hebrew (5:1)
בְּ֭נִי (My son), לְחָכְמָתִ֣י (to my wisdom); הַקְשִׁ֑יבָה (pay attention) לִ֝תְבוּנָתִ֗י (to my insight), הַט־ (incline) אָזְנֶֽךָ׃ (your ear)
KJV (5:1)
My son, attend unto my wisdom, and bow thine ear to my understanding:
Inspired Version (5:2)
That thou mayest regard discretion and that thy lips may keep knowledge.
Hebrew (5:2)
לִשְׁמֹ֥ר (that you may maintain) מְזִמּ֑וֹת (discretion) וְ֝דַ֗עַת (knowledge). שְׂפָתֶ֥יךָ (and your lips) יִנְצֹֽרוּ׃ (may preserve)
KJV (5:2)
That thou mayest regard discretion, and that thy lips may keep knowledge.
Inspired Version (5:3)
For the lips of a strange woman drop as a honeycomb, and her mouth is smoother than oil;
Hebrew (5:3)
כִּ֤י (Though) נֹ֣פֶת (honey) תִּ֭טֹּפְנָה (drip) שִׂפְתֵ֣י (the lips) זָרָ֑ה (of the forbidden woman) וְחָלָ֖ק ([is] smoother) מִשֶּׁ֣מֶן (than oil), חִכָּֽהּ׃ (and her speech)
KJV (5:3)
For the lips of a strange woman drop as a honeycomb, and her mouth is smoother than oil:
Inspired Version (5:4)
But her end is bitter as wormwood, sharp as a two-edged sword.
Hebrew (5:4)
וְֽ֭אַחֲרִיתָהּ (in the end) מָרָ֣ה (she is bitter) כַֽלַּעֲנָ֑ה (as wormwood), חַ֝דָּ֗ה (sharp) כְּחֶ֣רֶב (sword). פִּיּֽוֹת׃ (as a double-edged)
KJV (5:4)
But her end is bitter as wormwood, sharp as a two-edged sword.
Inspired Version (5:5)
Her feet go down to death; her steps take hold on hell.
Hebrew (5:5)
רַ֭גְלֶיהָ (Her feet) יֹרְד֣וֹת (go down) מָ֑וֶת (to death); שְׁ֝א֗וֹל (Sheol). צְעָדֶ֥יהָ (her steps) יִתְמֹֽכוּ׃ (lead straight to)
KJV (5:5)
Her feet go down to death; her steps take hold on hell.
Inspired Version (5:6)
Lest thou shouldest ponder the path of life, her ways are moveable, that thou canst not know them.
Hebrew (5:6)
אֹ֣רַח (the path) חַ֭יִּים (of life); פֶּן־ (She does not) תְּפַלֵּ֑ס (consider) נָע֥וּ (are unstable). מַ֝עְגְּלֹתֶ֗יהָ (her ways) לֹ֣א (she does not) תֵדָֽע׃פ (know that)
KJV (5:6)
Lest thou shouldest ponder the path of life, her ways are movable, that thou canst not know them.
Inspired Version (5:7)
Hear me now, therefore, O ye children, and depart not from the words of my mouth.
Hebrew (5:7)
וְעַתָּ֣ה (So now), בָ֭נִים (my sons), שִׁמְעוּ־ (listen) לִ֑י (to me), וְאַל־ (and do not) תָּ֝ס֗וּרוּ (turn aside) מֵאִמְרֵי־ (from the words) פִֽי׃ (of my mouth).
KJV (5:7)
Hear me now therefore, O ye children, and depart not from the words of my mouth.
Inspired Version (5:8)
Remove thy way far from her, and come not nigh the door of her house,
Hebrew (5:8)
הַרְחֵ֣ק (far) מֵעָלֶ֣יהָ (from her); דַרְכֶּ֑ךָ (Keep your path) וְאַל־ (do not) תִּ֝קְרַ֗ב (go near) אֶל־ (. . .) פֶּ֥תַח (the door) בֵּיתָֽהּ׃ (of her house),
KJV (5:8)
Remove thy way far from her, and come not nigh the door of her house:
Inspired Version (5:9)
Lest thou give thine honor unto others and thy years unto the cruel,
Hebrew (5:9)
פֶּן־ (lest) תִּתֵּ֣ן (you concede) לַאֲחֵרִ֣ים (to others), הוֹדֶ֑ךָ (your vigor) וּ֝שְׁנֹתֶ֗יךָ (and your years) לְאַכְזָרִֽי׃ (to one who is cruel);
KJV (5:9)
Lest thou give thine honor unto others, and thy years unto the cruel:
Inspired Version (5:10)
Lest strangers be filled with thy wealth and thy labors be in the house of a stranger,
Hebrew (5:10)
פֶּֽן־ (lest) יִשְׂבְּע֣וּ (feast) זָרִ֣ים (strangers) כֹּחֶ֑ךָ (on your wealth), וַ֝עֲצָבֶ֗יךָ (and your labors) בְּבֵ֣ית ([enrich] the house) נָכְרִֽי׃ (of a foreigner).
KJV (5:10)
Lest strangers be filled with thy wealth; and thy labors be in the house of a stranger;
Inspired Version (5:11)
And thou mourn at the last, when thy flesh and thy body are consumed,
Hebrew (5:11)
וְנָהַמְתָּ֥ (you will groan) בְאַחֲרִיתֶ֑ךָ (At the end of your life) בִּכְל֥וֹת (are spent), בְּ֝שָׂרְךָ֗ (when your flesh) וּשְׁאֵרֶֽךָ׃ (and your body)
KJV (5:11)
And thou mourn at the last, when thy flesh and thy body are consumed,
Inspired Version (5:12)
And say, How have I hated instruction, and my heart despised reproof,
Hebrew (5:12)
וְֽאָמַרְתָּ֗ (and you will say), אֵ֭יךְ (How) שָׂנֵ֣אתִי (I hated) מוּסָ֑ר (discipline), וְ֝תוֹכַ֗חַת (reproof)! נָאַ֥ץ (despised) לִבִּֽי׃ (and my heart)
KJV (5:12)
And say, How have I hated instruction, and my heart despised reproof;
Inspired Version (5:13)
And have not obeyed the voice of my teachers nor inclined mine ear to them that instructed me!
Hebrew (5:13)
וְֽלֹא־ (I did not) שָׁ֭מַעְתִּי (listen) בְּק֣וֹל (to the voice) מוֹרָ֑י (of my teachers) וְ֝לִֽמְלַמְּדַ֗י (to my mentors). לֹא־ ([or]) הִטִּ֥יתִי (incline) אָזְנִֽי׃ (my ear)
KJV (5:13)
And have not obeyed the voice of my teachers, nor inclined mine ear to them that instructed me!
Inspired Version (5:14)
I was almost in all evil in the midst of the congregation and assembly.
Hebrew (5:14)
KJV (5:14)
I was almost in all evil in the midst of the congregation and assembly.
Inspired Version (5:15)
Drink waters out of thine own cistern and running waters out of thine own well.
Hebrew (5:15)
שְׁתֵה־ (Drink) מַ֥יִם (water) מִבּוֹרֶ֑ךָ (from your own cistern), וְ֝נֹזְלִ֗ים (and running water) מִתּ֥וֹךְ (from) בְּאֵרֶֽךָ׃ (your own well).
KJV (5:15)
Drink waters out of thine own cistern, and running waters out of thine own well.
Inspired Version (5:16)
Let thy fountains be dispersed abroad, and rivers of waters in the streets.
Hebrew (5:16)
יָפ֣וּצוּ (flow) מַעְיְנֹתֶ֣יךָ (Why should your springs) ח֑וּצָה (in the streets), בָּ֝רְחֹב֗וֹת (in the public squares)? פַּלְגֵי־ (your streams) מָֽיִם׃ (of water)
KJV (5:16)
Let thy fountains be dispersed abroad, and rivers of waters in the streets.
Inspired Version (5:17)
Let them be only thine own and not strangers' with thee.
Hebrew (5:17)
KJV (5:17)
Let them be only thine own, and not strangers' with thee.
Inspired Version (5:18)
Let thy fountain be blessed; and rejoice with the wife of thy youth.
Hebrew (5:18)
יְהִֽי־ (be) מְקוֹרְךָ֥ (May your fountain) בָר֑וּךְ (blessed), וּ֝שְׂמַ֗ח (and may you rejoice) מֵאֵ֥שֶׁת (in the wife) נְעוּרֶֽךָ׃ (of your youth):
KJV (5:18)
Let thy fountain be blessed: and rejoice with the wife of thy youth.
Inspired Version (5:19)
Let her be as the loving hind and pleasant roe; let her breasts satisfy thee at all times; and be thou ravished always with her love.
Hebrew (5:19)
אַיֶּ֥לֶת (doe), אֲהָבִ֗ים (A loving) וְֽיַעֲלַ֫ת־ (fawn)— חֵ֥ן (a graceful) דַּ֭דֶּיהָ (may her breasts) יְרַוֻּ֣ךָ (satisfy you) בְכָל־ (always) עֵ֑ת (. . .); בְּ֝אַהֲבָתָ֗הּ (by her love) תִּשְׁגֶּ֥ה (may you be captivated) תָמִֽיד׃ (forever).
KJV (5:19)
Let her be as the loving hind and pleasant roe; let her breasts satisfy thee at all times; and be thou ravished always with her love.
Inspired Version (5:20)
And why wilt thou, my son, be ravished with a strange woman and embrace the bosom of a stranger?
Hebrew (5:20)
וְלָ֤מָּה (Why) תִשְׁגֶּ֣ה (be captivated), בְנִ֣י (my son), בְזָרָ֑ה (by an adulteress), וּ֝תְחַבֵּ֗ק (or embrace) חֵ֣ק (the bosom) נָכְרִיָּֽה׃ (of a stranger)?
KJV (5:20)
And why wilt thou, my son, be ravished with a strange woman, and embrace the bosom of a stranger?
Inspired Version (5:21)
For the ways of man are before the eyes of the Lord, and he pondereth all his goings.
Hebrew (5:21)
כִּ֤י (For) נֹ֨כַח׀ (are before) עֵינֵ֣י (the eyes) יְ֭הוָה (of the LORD), דַּרְכֵי־ (ways) אִ֑ישׁ (a man’s) וְֽכָל־ (all) מַעְגְּלֹתָ֥יו (his paths). מְפַלֵּֽס׃ (and [the LORD] examines)
KJV (5:21)
For the ways of man are before the eyes of the LORD, and he pondereth all his goings.
Inspired Version (5:22)
His own iniquities shall take the wicked himself, and he shall be holden with the cords of his sins.
Hebrew (5:22)
עַֽווֹנוֹתָ֗יו (The iniquities) יִלְכְּדֻנ֥וֹ (entrap him); אֶת־ (-) הָרָשָׁ֑ע (of a wicked man) וּבְחַבְלֵ֥י (entangle him). חַ֝טָּאת֗וֹ (of his sin) יִתָּמֵֽךְ׃ (the cords)
KJV (5:22)
His own iniquities shall take the wicked himself, and he shall be holden with the cords of his sins.
Inspired Version (5:23)
He shall die without instruction; and in the greatness of his folly he shall go astray.
Hebrew (5:23)
ה֗וּא (He) יָ֭מוּת (dies) בְּאֵ֣ין (for lack) מוּסָ֑ר (of discipline), וּבְרֹ֖ב (by his own great) אִוַּלְתּ֣וֹ (folly). יִשְׁגֶּֽה׃פ (led astray)
KJV (5:23)
He shall die without instruction; and in the greatness of his folly he shall go astray.
Inspired Version (6:1)
My son, if thou be surety for thy friend, if thou hast stricken thy hand with a stranger,
Hebrew (6:1)
בְּ֭נִי (My son), אִם־ (if) עָרַ֣בְתָּ (you have put up security) לְרֵעֶ֑ךָ (for your neighbor), תָּקַ֖עְתָּ (if you have struck hands in pledge) לַזָּ֣ר (with a stranger), כַּפֶּֽיךָ׃ (. . .)
KJV (6:1)
My son, if thou be surety for thy friend, if thou hast stricken thy hand with a stranger,
Inspired Version (6:2)
Thou art snared with the words of thy mouth, thou art taken with the words of thy mouth.
Hebrew (6:2)
נוֹקַ֥שְׁתָּ (if you have been trapped) בְאִמְרֵי־ (by the words) פִ֑יךָ (of your lips), נִ֝לְכַּ֗דְתָּ (ensnared) בְּאִמְרֵי־ (by the words) פִֽיךָ׃ (of your mouth),
KJV (6:2)
Thou art snared with the words of thy mouth, thou art taken with the words of thy mouth.
Inspired Version (6:3)
Do this now, my son, and deliver thyself when thou art come into the hand of thy friend; go, humble thyself, and make sure thy friend.
Hebrew (6:3)
KJV (6:3)
Do this now, my son, and deliver thyself, when thou art come into the hand of thy friend; go, humble thyself, and make sure thy friend.
Inspired Version (6:4)
Give not sleep to thine eyes nor slumber to thine eyelids.
Hebrew (6:4)
אַל־ (no) תִּתֵּ֣ן (Allow) שֵׁנָ֣ה (sleep) לְעֵינֶ֑יךָ (to your eyes) וּ֝תְנוּמָ֗ה (or slumber) לְעַפְעַפֶּֽיךָ׃ (to your eyelids).
KJV (6:4)
Give not sleep to thine eyes, nor slumber to thine eyelids.
Inspired Version (6:5)
Deliver thyself as a roe from the hand of the hunter, and as a bird from the hand of the fowler.
Hebrew (6:5)
הִ֭נָּצֵל (Free yourself), כִּצְבִ֣י (like a gazelle) מִיָּ֑ד (from the hand [of the hunter]), וּ֝כְצִפּ֗וֹר (like a bird) מִיַּ֥ד (from the snare) יָקֽוּשׁ׃פ (of the fowler).
KJV (6:5)
Deliver thyself as a roe from the hand of the hunter, and as a bird from the hand of the fowler.
Inspired Version (6:6)
Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise,
Hebrew (6:6)
KJV (6:6)
Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise:
Inspired Version (6:7)
Which, having no guide, overseer, or ruler,
Hebrew (6:7)
אֲשֶׁ֖ר (-) אֵֽין־ (Without) לָ֥הּ () קָצִ֗ין (a commander), שֹׁטֵ֥ר (without an overseer) וּמֹשֵֽׁל׃ (or ruler),
KJV (6:7)
Which having no guide, overseer, or ruler,
Inspired Version (6:8)
Provideth her meat in the summer and gathereth her food in the harvest.
Hebrew (6:8)
תָּכִ֣ין (it prepares) בַּקַּ֣יִץ (in summer); לַחְמָ֑הּ (its provisions) אָגְרָ֥ה (it gathers) בַ֝קָּצִ֗יר (at harvest). מַאֲכָלָֽהּ׃ (its food)
KJV (6:8)
Provideth her meat in the summer, and gathereth her food in the harvest.
Inspired Version (6:9)
How long wilt thou sleep, O sluggard? When wilt thou arise out of thy sleep?
Hebrew (6:9)
עַד־ (long) מָתַ֖י (How) עָצֵ֥ל׀ (O slacker)? תִּשְׁכָּ֑ב (will you lie there), מָ֝תַ֗י (When) תָּק֥וּם (will you get up) מִשְּׁנָתֶֽךָ׃ (from your sleep)?
KJV (6:9)
How long wilt thou sleep, O sluggard? when wilt thou arise out of thy sleep?
Inspired Version (6:10)
Yet a little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep,
Hebrew (6:10)
מְעַ֣ט (A little) שֵׁ֭נוֹת (sleep), מְעַ֣ט (a little) תְּנוּמ֑וֹת (slumber), מְעַ֓ט׀ (a little) חִבֻּ֖ק (folding) יָדַ֣יִם (of the hands) לִשְׁכָּֽב׃ (to rest),
KJV (6:10)
Yet a little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep:
Inspired Version (6:11)
So shall thy poverty come as one that traveleth, and thy want as an armed man.
Hebrew (6:11)
וּבָֽא־ (will come upon you) כִמְהַלֵּ֥ךְ (like a robber), רֵאשֶׁ֑ךָ (and poverty) וּ֝מַחְסֹֽרְךָ֗ (and need) כְּאִ֣ישׁ (like a bandit) מָגֵֽן׃פ (. . .).
KJV (6:11)
So shall thy poverty come as one that travelleth, and thy want as an armed man.
Inspired Version (6:12)
A naughty person, a wicked man, walketh with a froward mouth.
Hebrew (6:12)
אָדָ֣ם (person), בְּ֭לִיַּעַל (A worthless) אִ֣ישׁ (man), אָ֑וֶן (a wicked) ה֝וֹלֵ֗ךְ (walks) עִקְּשׁ֥וּת (with a perverse) פֶּֽה׃ (mouth),
KJV (6:12)
A naughty person, a wicked man, walketh with a froward mouth.
Inspired Version (6:13)
He winketh with his eyes; he speaketh with his feet; he teacheth with his fingers;
Hebrew (6:13)
קֹרֵ֣ץ (winking) בְּ֭עֵינָו (his eyes), מֹלֵ֣ל (speaking) בְּרַגְלָ֑ו (with his feet), מֹ֝רֶ֗ה (and pointing) בְּאֶצְבְּעֹתָֽיו׃ (with his fingers).
KJV (6:13)
He winketh with his eyes, he speaketh with his feet, he teacheth with his fingers;
Inspired Version (6:14)
Frowardness is in his heart; he deviseth mischief continually; he soweth discord.
Hebrew (6:14)
תַּֽהְפֻּכ֨וֹת׀ (With deceit) בְּלִבּ֗וֹ (in his heart) חֹרֵ֣שׁ (he devises) רָ֣ע (evil); בְּכָל־ (he continually) עֵ֑ת (. . .) מְדָנִים (discord). יְשַׁלֵּֽחַ׃ (sows)
KJV (6:14)
Frowardness is in his heart, he deviseth mischief continually; he soweth discord.
Inspired Version (6:15)
Therefore shall his calamity come suddenly; suddenly shall he be broken without remedy.
Hebrew (6:15)
עַל־ (Therefore) כֵּ֗ן (. . .) פִּ֭תְאֹם (suddenly); יָב֣וֹא (will come upon him) אֵיד֑וֹ (calamity) פֶּ֥תַע (in an instant) יִ֝שָּׁבֵ֗ר (he will be shattered) וְאֵ֣ין (beyond) מַרְפֵּֽא׃פ (recovery).
KJV (6:15)
Therefore shall his calamity come suddenly; suddenly shall he be broken without remedy.
Inspired Version (6:16)
These six things doth the Lord hate; yea, seven are an abomination unto him:
Hebrew (6:16)
שֶׁשׁ־ (six [things that]) הֵ֭נָּה (There are) שָׂנֵ֣א (hates), יְהוָ֑ה (the LORD) וְ֝שֶׁ֗בַע (seven) תּוֹעֲבוֹת (that are detestable) נַפְשֽׁוֹ׃ (to Him):
KJV (6:16)
These six things doth the LORD hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him:
Inspired Version (6:17)
A proud look, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood,
Hebrew (6:17)
עֵינַ֣יִם (eyes), רָ֭מוֹת (haughty) לְשׁ֣וֹן (tongue), שָׁ֑קֶר (a lying) וְ֝יָדַ֗יִם (hands) שֹׁפְכ֥וֹת (that shed) דָּם־ (blood), נָקִֽי׃ (innocent)
KJV (6:17)
A proud look, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood,
Inspired Version (6:18)
A heart that deviseth wicked imaginations, feet that be swift in running to mischief,
Hebrew (6:18)
לֵ֗ב (a heart) חֹ֭רֵשׁ (that devises) מַחְשְׁב֣וֹת (schemes), אָ֑וֶן (wicked) רַגְלַ֥יִם (feet) מְ֝מַהֲר֗וֹת (swiftly) לָר֥וּץ (that run) לָֽרָעָה׃ (to evil),
KJV (6:18)
A heart that deviseth wicked imaginations, feet that be swift in running to mischief,
Inspired Version (6:19)
A false witness that speaketh lies, and he that soweth discord among brethren.
Hebrew (6:19)
יָפִ֣יחַ (testimony), כְּ֭זָבִים (who gives false) עֵ֣ד (witness) שָׁ֑קֶר (a false) וּמְשַׁלֵּ֥חַ (and one who stirs up) מְ֝דָנִ֗ים (discord) בֵּ֣ין (among) אַחִֽים׃פ (brothers).
KJV (6:19)
A false witness that speaketh lies, and he that soweth discord among brethren.
Inspired Version (6:20)
My son, keep thy father's commandment, and forsake not the law of thy mother;
Hebrew (6:20)
KJV (6:20)
My son, keep thy father's commandment, and forsake not the law of thy mother:
Inspired Version (6:21)
Bind them continually upon thine heart, and tie them about thy neck.
Hebrew (6:21)
KJV (6:21)
Bind them continually upon thine heart, and tie them about thy neck.
Inspired Version (6:22)
When thou goest, it shall lead thee; when thou sleepest, it shall keep thee; and when thou awakest, it shall talk with thee.
Hebrew (6:22)
בְּהִתְהַלֶּכְךָ֨׀ (When you walk), תַּנְחֶ֬ה (they will guide you); אֹתָ֗ךְ (when you) בְּֽ֭שָׁכְבְּךָ (lie down), תִּשְׁמֹ֣ר (they will watch) עָלֶ֑יךָ (over you); וַ֝הֲקִיצ֗וֹתָ (when you awake), הִ֣יא (they) תְשִׂיחֶֽךָ׃ (will speak to you).
KJV (6:22)
When thou goest, it shall lead thee; when thou sleepest, it shall keep thee; and when thou awakest, it shall talk with thee.
Inspired Version (6:23)
For the commandment is a lamp; and the law is light; and reproofs of instruction are the way of life,
Hebrew (6:23)
KJV (6:23)
For the commandment is a lamp; and the law is light; and reproofs of instruction are the way of life:
Inspired Version (6:24)
To keep thee from the evil woman, from the flattery of the tongue of a strange woman.
Hebrew (6:24)
לִ֭שְׁמָרְךָ (to keep you) מֵאֵ֣שֶׁת (woman), רָ֑ע (from the evil) מֵֽ֝חֶלְקַ֗ת (from the smooth) לָשׁ֥וֹן (tongue) נָכְרִיָּֽה׃ (of the adulteress).
KJV (6:24)
To keep thee from the evil woman, from the flattery of the tongue of a strange woman.
Inspired Version (6:25)
Lust not after her beauty in thine heart; neither let her take thee with her eyelids.
Hebrew (6:25)
אַל־ (Do not) תַּחְמֹ֣ד (lust) יָ֭פְיָהּ (for her beauty) בִּלְבָבֶ֑ךָ (in your heart) וְאַל־ (. . .) תִּ֝קָּֽחֲךָ֗ (or let her captivate you) בְּעַפְעַפֶּֽיהָ׃ (with her eyes).
KJV (6:25)
Lust not after her beauty in thine heart; neither let her take thee with her eyelids.
Inspired Version (6:26)
For by means of a whorish woman a man is brought to a piece of bread; and the adulteress will hunt for the precious life.
Hebrew (6:26)
KJV (6:26)
For by means of a whorish woman a man is brought to a piece of bread: and the adulteress will hunt for the precious life.
Inspired Version (6:27)
Can a man take fire in his bosom and his clothes not be burned?
Hebrew (6:27)
הֲיַחְתֶּ֤ה (embrace) אִ֓ישׁ (Can a man) אֵ֬שׁ (fire) בְּחֵיק֑וֹ (. . .) וּ֝בְגָדָ֗יו (and his clothes) לֹ֣א (not) תִשָּׂרַֽפְנָה׃ (be burned)?
KJV (6:27)
Can a man take fire in his bosom, and his clothes not be burned?
Inspired Version (6:28)
Can one go upon hot coals and his feet not be burned?
Hebrew (6:28)
אִם־ (Can) יְהַלֵּ֣ךְ (walk) אִ֭ישׁ (a man) עַל־ (on) הַגֶּחָלִ֑ים (hot coals) וְ֝רַגְלָ֗יו (his feet)? לֹ֣א (without) תִכָּוֶֽינָה׃ (scorching)
KJV (6:28)
Can one go upon hot coals, and his feet not be burned?
Inspired Version (6:29)
So he that goeth in to his neighbor's wife; whosoever toucheth her shall not be innocent.
Hebrew (6:29)
כֵּ֗ן (So) הַ֭בָּא (is he who sleeps with) אֶל־ (. . .) אֵ֣שֶׁת (wife); רֵעֵ֑הוּ (another man’s) לֹ֥א (no one) יִ֝נָּקֶ֗ה (will go unpunished). כָּֽל־ (. . .) הַנֹּגֵ֥עַ (who touches) בָּֽהּ׃ (her)
KJV (6:29)
So he that goeth in to his neighbor's wife; whosoever toucheth her shall not be innocent.
Inspired Version (6:30)
Men do not despise a thief if he steal to satisfy his soul when he is hungry;
Hebrew (6:30)
לֹא־ ([Men] do not) יָב֣וּזוּ (despise) לַ֭גַּנָּב (the thief) כִּ֣י (if) יִגְנ֑וֹב (he steals) לְמַלֵּ֥א (to satisfy) נַ֝פְשׁ֗וֹ (his) כִּ֣י (vvv) יִרְעָֽב׃ (hunger).
KJV (6:30)
Men do not despise a thief, if he steal to satisfy his soul when he is hungry;
Inspired Version (6:31)
But if he be found, he shall restore sevenfold; he shall give all the substance of his house.
Hebrew (6:31)
וְ֭נִמְצָא (Yet if caught), יְשַׁלֵּ֣ם (he must pay) שִׁבְעָתָ֑יִם (sevenfold) אֶת־ (-); כָּל־ (all) ה֖וֹן (the wealth) בֵּית֣וֹ (of his house). יִתֵּֽן׃ (he must give up)
KJV (6:31)
But if he be found, he shall restore sevenfold; he shall give all the substance of his house.
Inspired Version (6:32)
But whoso committeth adultery with a woman lacketh understanding; he that doeth it destroyeth his own soul.
Hebrew (6:32)
נֹאֵ֣ף (He who commits adultery) אִשָּׁ֣ה (. . .) חֲסַר־ (lacks) לֵ֑ב (judgment); מַֽשְׁחִ֥ית (destroys) נַ֝פְשׁ֗וֹ (himself). ה֣וּא (whoever) יַעֲשֶֽׂנָּה׃ (does so)
KJV (6:32)
But whoso committeth adultery with a woman lacketh understanding: he that doeth it destroyeth his own soul.
Inspired Version (6:33)
A wound and dishonor shall he get; and his reproach shall not be wiped away.
Hebrew (6:33)
נֶֽגַע־ (Wounds) וְקָל֥וֹן (and dishonor) יִמְצָ֑א (will befall him), וְ֝חֶרְפָּת֗וֹ (and his reproach) לֹ֣א (will never) תִמָּחֶֽה׃ (be wiped away).
KJV (6:33)
A wound and dishonor shall he get; and his reproach shall not be wiped away.
Inspired Version (6:34)
For jealousy is the rage of a man; therefore, he will not spare in the day of vengeance.
Hebrew (6:34)
KJV (6:34)
For jealousy is the rage of a man: therefore he will not spare in the day of vengeance.
Inspired Version (6:35)
He will not regard any ransom; neither will he rest content, though thou givest many gifts.
Hebrew (6:35)
KJV (6:35)
He will not regard any ransom; neither will he rest content, though thou givest many gifts.
Inspired Version (7:1)
My son, keep my words, and lay up my commandments with thee.
Hebrew (7:1)
בְּ֭נִי (My son), שְׁמֹ֣ר (keep) אֲמָרָ֑י (my words) וּ֝מִצְוֺתַ֗י (my commandments) תִּצְפֹּ֥ן (and treasure) אִתָּֽךְ׃ (within you).
KJV (7:1)
My son, keep my words, and lay up my commandments with thee.
Inspired Version (7:2)
Keep my commandments, and live, and my law as the apple of thine eye.
Hebrew (7:2)
שְׁמֹ֣ר (Keep) מִצְוֺתַ֣י (my commandments) וֶחְיֵ֑ה (and live); וְ֝תוֹרָתִ֗י (guard my teachings) כְּאִישׁ֥וֹן (as the apple) עֵינֶֽיךָ׃ (of your eye).
KJV (7:2)
Keep my commandments, and live; and my law as the apple of thine eye.
Inspired Version (7:3)
Bind them upon thy fingers; write them upon the table of thine heart.
Hebrew (7:3)
קָשְׁרֵ֥ם (Tie them) עַל־ (to) אֶצְבְּעֹתֶ֑יךָ (your fingers); כָּ֝תְבֵ֗ם (write them) עַל־ (on) ל֥וּחַ (the tablet) לִבֶּֽךָ׃ (of your heart).
KJV (7:3)
Bind them upon thy fingers, write them upon the table of thine heart.
Inspired Version (7:4)
Say unto wisdom, Thou art my sister; and call understanding thy kinswoman,
Hebrew (7:4)
אֱמֹ֣ר (Say) לַֽ֭חָכְמָה (to wisdom), אֲחֹ֣תִי (are my sister), אָ֑תְּ (You) וּ֝מֹדָ֗ע (your kinsman), לַבִּינָ֥ה (understanding) תִקְרָֽא׃ (and call)
KJV (7:4)
Say unto wisdom, Thou art my sister; and call understanding thy kinswoman:
Inspired Version (7:5)
That they may keep thee from the strange woman, from the stranger which flattereth with her words.
Hebrew (7:5)
לִ֭שְׁמָרְךָ (that they may keep you) מֵאִשָּׁ֣ה (. . .), זָרָ֑ה (from the adulteress) מִ֝נָּכְרִיָּ֗ה (from the stranger) אֲמָרֶ֥יהָ (words). הֶחֱלִֽיקָה׃ (with seductive)
KJV (7:5)
That they may keep thee from the strange woman, from the stranger which flattereth with her words.
Inspired Version (7:6)
For at the window of my house I looked through my casement,
Hebrew (7:6)
כִּ֭י (For) בְּחַלּ֣וֹן (at the window) בֵּיתִ֑י (of my house) בְּעַ֖ד (through) אֶשְׁנַבִּ֣י (the lattice). נִשְׁקָֽפְתִּי׃ (I looked)
KJV (7:6)
For at the window of my house I looked through my casement,
Inspired Version (7:7)
And beheld among the simple ones, I discerned among the youths a young man void of understanding,
Hebrew (7:7)
וָאֵ֤רֶא (I saw) בַפְּתָאיִ֗ם (among the simple), אָ֘בִ֤ינָה (I noticed) בַבָּנִ֗ים (among the youths), נַ֣עַר (a young man) חֲסַר־ (lacking) לֵֽב׃ (judgment),
KJV (7:7)
And beheld among the simple ones, I discerned among the youths, a young man void of understanding,
Inspired Version (7:8)
Passing through the street near her corner; and he went the way to her house,
Hebrew (7:8)
KJV (7:8)
Passing through the street near her corner; and he went the way to her house,
Inspired Version (7:9)
In the twilight, in the evening, in the black and dark night;
Hebrew (7:9)
בְּנֶֽשֶׁף־ (at twilight), בְּעֶ֥רֶב (as the day was fading) י֑וֹם (. . .) בְּאִישׁ֥וֹן (of the night) לַ֝֗יְלָה (. . .). וַאֲפֵלָֽה׃ (into the dark)
KJV (7:9)
In the twilight, in the evening, in the black and dark night:
Inspired Version (7:10)
And behold, there met him a woman with the attire of a harlot and subtile of heart.
Hebrew (7:10)
וְהִנֵּ֣ה (Then) אִ֭שָּׁה (a woman) לִקְרָאת֑וֹ (came out to meet him), שִׁ֥ית ([with] the attire) ז֝וֹנָ֗ה (of a harlot) וּנְצֻ֥רַת (and cunning) לֵֽב׃ (of heart).
KJV (7:10)
And, behold, there met him a woman with the attire of a harlot, and subtile of heart.
Inspired Version (7:11)
(She is loud and stubborn; her feet abide not in her house;
Hebrew (7:11)
הֹמִיָּ֣ה (is loud) הִ֣יא (She) וְסֹרָ֑רֶת (and defiant); בְּ֝בֵיתָ֗הּ (at home). לֹא־ (do not) יִשְׁכְּנ֥וּ (remain) רַגְלֶֽיהָ׃ (her feet)
KJV (7:11)
(She is loud and stubborn; her feet abide not in her house:
Inspired Version (7:12)
Now is she without, now in the streets, and lieth in wait at every corner.)
Hebrew (7:12)
KJV (7:12)
Now is she without, now in the streets, and lieth in wait at every corner.)
Inspired Version (7:13)
So she caught him, and kissed him, and with an impudent face said unto him,
Hebrew (7:13)
וְהֶחֱזִ֣יקָה (She seizes) בּ֭וֹ (him) וְנָ֣שְׁקָה־ (and kisses) לּ֑וֹ (him); הֵעֵ֥זָה (she brazenly) פָ֝נֶ֗יהָ (. . .) וַתֹּ֣אמַר (says) לֽוֹ׃ (to him):
KJV (7:13)
So she caught him, and kissed him, and with an impudent face said unto him,
Inspired Version (7:14)
I have peace offerings with me; this day have I paid my vows.
Hebrew (7:14)
זִבְחֵ֣י (offerings); שְׁלָמִ֣ים (I have made my peace) עָלָ֑י (. . .) הַ֝יּ֗וֹם (today) שִׁלַּ֥מְתִּי (I have paid) נְדָרָֽי׃ (my vows).
KJV (7:14)
I have peace offerings with me; this day have I payed my vows.
Inspired Version (7:15)
Therefore came I forth to meet thee, diligently to seek thy face; and I have found thee.
Hebrew (7:15)
עַל־ (So) כֵּ֭ן (. . .) יָצָ֣אתִי (I came out) לִקְרָאתֶ֑ךָ (to meet you); לְשַׁחֵ֥ר (I sought you), פָּ֝נֶ֗יךָ (. . .) וָאֶמְצָאֶֽךָּ׃ (and I have found you).
KJV (7:15)
Therefore came I forth to meet thee, diligently to seek thy face, and I have found thee.
Inspired Version (7:16)
I have decked my bed with coverings of tapestry, with carved works, with fine linen of Egypt.
Hebrew (7:16)
מַ֭רְבַדִּים (with coverings), רָבַ֣דְתִּי (I have decked) עַרְשִׂ֑י (my bed) חֲ֝טֻב֗וֹת (with colored) אֵט֥וּן (linen) מִצְרָֽיִם׃ (from Egypt).
KJV (7:16)
I have decked my bed with coverings of tapestry, with carved works, with fine linen of Egypt.
Inspired Version (7:17)
I have perfumed my bed with myrrh, aloes, and cinnamon.
Hebrew (7:17)
נַ֥פְתִּי (I have perfumed) מִשְׁכָּבִ֑י (my bed) מֹ֥ר (with myrrh), אֲ֝הָלִ֗ים (with aloes), וְקִנָּמֽוֹן׃ (and with cinnamon).
KJV (7:17)
I have perfumed my bed with myrrh, aloes, and cinnamon.
Inspired Version (7:18)
Come let us take our fill of love until the morning; let us solace ourselves with loves.
Hebrew (7:18)
לְכָ֤ה (Come), נִרְוֶ֣ה (let us take our fill) דֹ֭דִים (of love) עַד־ (till) הַבֹּ֑קֶר (morning). נִ֝תְעַלְּסָ֗ה (Let us delight) בָּאֳהָבִֽים׃ (in loving caresses)!
KJV (7:18)
Come, let us take our fill of love until the morning: let us solace ourselves with loves.
Inspired Version (7:19)
For the goodman is not at home; he is gone a long journey;
Hebrew (7:19)
כִּ֤י (For) אֵ֣ין (is not) הָאִ֣ישׁ (my husband) בְּבֵית֑וֹ (at home); הָ֝לַ֗ךְ (he has gone) בְּדֶ֣רֶךְ (journey). מֵרָחֽוֹק׃ (on a long)
KJV (7:19)
For the goodman is not at home, he is gone a long journey:
Inspired Version (7:20)
He hath taken a bag of money with him and will come home at the day appointed.
Hebrew (7:20)
KJV (7:20)
He hath taken a bag of money with him, and will come home at the day appointed.
Inspired Version (7:21)
With her much fair speech she caused him to yield; with the flattering of her lips she forced him.
Hebrew (7:21)
הִ֭טַּתּוּ (she entices him); בְּרֹ֣ב (With her great) לִקְחָ֑הּ (persuasion) בְּחֵ֥לֶק (with her flattering) שְׂ֝פָתֶ֗יהָ (lips) תַּדִּיחֶֽנּוּ׃ (she lures him).
KJV (7:21)
With her much fair speech she caused him to yield, with the flattering of her lips she forced him.
Inspired Version (7:22)
He goeth after her straightway, as an ox goeth to the slaughter, or as a fool to the correction of the stocks,
Hebrew (7:22)
ה֤וֹלֵ֥ךְ (He follows her) אַחֲרֶ֗יהָ (. . .) פִּ֫תְאֹ֥ם (on impulse), כְּ֭שׁוֹר (like an ox) אֶל־ (to) טָ֣בַח (the slaughter), יָב֑וֹא (going) וּ֝כְעֶ֗כֶס (bounding) אֶל־ (into) מוּסַ֥ר (a trap), אֱוִֽיל׃ (like a deer)
KJV (7:22)
He goeth after her straightway, as an ox goeth to the slaughter, or as a fool to the correction of the stocks;
Inspired Version (7:23)
Till a dart strike through his liver, as a bird hasteth to the snare and knoweth not that it is for his life.
Hebrew (7:23)
KJV (7:23)
Till a dart strike through his liver; as a bird hasteth to the snare, and knoweth not that it is for his life.
Inspired Version (7:24)
Hearken unto me now, therefore, O ye children, and attend to the words of my mouth.
Hebrew (7:24)
וְעַתָּ֣ה (Now), בָ֭נִים (my sons), שִׁמְעוּ־ (listen) לִ֑י (to me), וְ֝הַקְשִׁ֗יבוּ (and attend) לְאִמְרֵי־ (to the words) פִֽי׃ (of my mouth).
KJV (7:24)
Hearken unto me now therefore, O ye children, and attend to the words of my mouth.
Inspired Version (7:25)
Let not thine heart decline to her ways; go not astray in her paths.
Hebrew (7:25)
אַל־ (Do not) יֵ֣שְׂטְ (turn aside) אֶל־ (to) דְּרָכֶ֣יהָ (her ways); לִבֶּ֑ךָ (let your heart) אַל־ (do not) תֵּ֝תַע (stray) בִּנְתִיבוֹתֶֽיהָ׃ (into her paths).
KJV (7:25)
Let not thine heart decline to her ways, go not astray in her paths.
Inspired Version (7:26)
For she hath cast down many wounded; yea, many strong men have been slain by her.
Hebrew (7:26)
כִּֽי־ (For) רַבִּ֣ים (she has brought many) חֲלָלִ֣ים (to death); הִפִּ֑ילָה (down) וַ֝עֲצֻמִ֗ים (are many) כָּל־ (in number). הֲרֻגֶֽיהָ׃ (her slain)
KJV (7:26)
For she hath cast down many wounded: yea, many strong men have been slain by her.
Inspired Version (7:27)
Her house is the way to hell, going down to the chambers of death.
Hebrew (7:27)
KJV (7:27)
Her house is the way to hell, going down to the chambers of death.
Inspired Version (8:1)
Doth not wisdom cry and understanding put forth her voice?
Hebrew (8:1)
KJV (8:1)
Doth not wisdom cry? and understanding put forth her voice?
Inspired Version (8:2)
She standeth in the top of high places, by the way in the places of the paths.
Hebrew (8:2)
בְּרֹאשׁ־ (On the heights) מְרוֹמִ֥ים (. . .) עֲלֵי־ (overlooking) דָ֑רֶךְ (the road), בֵּ֖ית (at the crossroads) נְתִיב֣וֹת (. . .) נִצָּֽבָה׃ (she takes her stand).
KJV (8:2)
She standeth in the top of high places, by the way in the places of the paths.
Inspired Version (8:3)
She crieth at the gates, at the entry of the city, at the coming in at the doors.
Hebrew (8:3)
לְיַד־ (Beside) שְׁעָרִ֥ים (the gates) לְפִי־ (to) קָ֑רֶת (the city), מְב֖וֹא (at the entrances) פְתָחִ֣ים (. . .) תָּרֹֽנָּה׃ (she cries out):
KJV (8:3)
She crieth at the gates, at the entry of the city, at the coming in at the doors.
Inspired Version (8:4)
Unto you, O men, I call; and my voice is to the sons of man.
Hebrew (8:4)
KJV (8:4)
Unto you, O men, I call; and my voice is to the sons of man.
Inspired Version (8:5)
O ye simple, understand wisdom; and, ye fools, be ye of an understanding heart.
Hebrew (8:5)
KJV (8:5)
O ye simple, understand wisdom: and, ye fools, be ye of an understanding heart.
Inspired Version (8:6)
Hear, for I will speak of excellent things; and the opening of my lips shall be right things.
Hebrew (8:6)
שִׁ֭מְעוּ (Listen), כִּֽי־ (for) נְגִידִ֣ים (of noble things), אֲדַבֵּ֑ר (I speak) וּמִפְתַּ֥ח (and the opening) שְׂ֝פָתַ֗י (of my lips) מֵישָׁרִֽים׃ ([will reveal] right).
KJV (8:6)
Hear; for I will speak of excellent things; and the opening of my lips shall be right things.
Inspired Version (8:7)
For my mouth shall speak truth; and wickedness is an abomination to my lips.
Hebrew (8:7)
KJV (8:7)
For my mouth shall speak truth; and wickedness is an abomination to my lips.
Inspired Version (8:8)
All the words of my mouth are in righteousness; there is nothing froward or perverse in them.
Hebrew (8:8)
KJV (8:8)
All the words of my mouth are in righteousness; there is nothing froward or perverse in them.
Inspired Version (8:9)
They are all plain to him that understandeth and right to them that find knowledge.
Hebrew (8:9)
כֻּלָּ֣ם (They [are]) נְ֭כֹחִים (all plain) לַמֵּבִ֑ין (to the discerning), וִֽ֝ישָׁרִ֗ים (and upright) לְמֹ֣צְאֵי (to those who find) דָֽעַת׃ (knowledge).
KJV (8:9)
They are all plain to him that understandeth, and right to them that find knowledge.
Inspired Version (8:10)
Receive my instruction, and not silver, and knowledge rather than choice gold.
Hebrew (8:10)
KJV (8:10)
Receive my instruction, and not silver; and knowledge rather than choice gold.
Inspired Version (8:11)
For wisdom is better than rubies; and all the things that may be desired are not to be compared to it.
Hebrew (8:11)
כִּֽי־ (For) טוֹבָ֣ה (is more precious) חָ֭כְמָה (wisdom) מִפְּנִינִ֑ים (than rubies), וְכָל־ (and nothing) חֲ֝פָצִ֗ים (you desire) לֹ֣א (. . .) יִֽשְׁווּ־ (compares) בָֽהּ׃ (with her).
KJV (8:11)
For wisdom is better than rubies; and all the things that may be desired are not to be compared to it.
Inspired Version (8:12)
I, wisdom, dwell with prudence and find out knowledge of witty inventions.
Hebrew (8:12)
אֲֽנִי־ (I), חָ֭כְמָה (wisdom), שָׁכַ֣נְתִּי (dwell together) עָרְמָ֑ה (with prudence), וְדַ֖עַת (knowledge) מְזִמּ֣וֹת (and discretion). אֶמְצָֽא׃ (and I find)
KJV (8:12)
I wisdom dwell with prudence, and find out knowledge of witty inventions.
Inspired Version (8:13)
The fear of the Lord is to hate evil; pride, and arrogancy, and the evil way, and the froward mouth do I hate.
Hebrew (8:13)
יִֽרְאַ֣ת (To fear) יְהוָה֮ (the LORD) שְֽׂנֹ֫את (is to hate) רָ֥ע (evil); גֵּ֘אָ֤ה (pride), וְגָא֨וֹן׀ (arrogant) וְדֶ֣רֶךְ (conduct), רָ֭ע (evil) וּפִ֨י (speech). תַהְפֻּכ֬וֹת (and perverse) שָׂנֵֽאתִי׃ (I hate)
KJV (8:13)
The fear of the LORD is to hate evil: pride, and arrogancy, and the evil way, and the froward mouth, do I hate.
Inspired Version (8:14)
Counsel is mine and sound wisdom; I am understanding; I have strength.
Hebrew (8:14)
לִֽי־ (are mine); עֵ֭צָה (Counsel) וְתוּשִׁיָּ֑ה (and sound judgment) אֲנִ֥י (I) בִ֝ינָ֗ה (have insight) לִ֣י () גְבוּרָֽה׃ (and strength).
KJV (8:14)
Counsel is mine, and sound wisdom: I am understanding; I have strength.
Inspired Version (8:15)
By me kings reign and princes decree justice.
Hebrew (8:15)
בִּ֭י (By me) מְלָכִ֣ים (kings) יִמְלֹ֑כוּ (reign), וְ֝רוֹזְנִ֗ים (and rulers) יְחֹ֣קְקוּ (laws); צֶֽדֶק׃ (enact just)
KJV (8:15)
By me kings reign, and princes decree justice.
Inspired Version (8:16)
By me princes rule and nobles, even all the judges of the earth.
Hebrew (8:16)
KJV (8:16)
By me princes rule, and nobles, even all the judges of the earth.
Inspired Version (8:17)
I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me.
Hebrew (8:17)
אֲ֭נִי (I) אֹהֲבֶיהָ (love) אֵהָ֑ב (those who love me), וּ֝מְשַׁחֲרַ֗י (and those who seek me early) יִמְצָאֻֽנְנִי׃ (shall find me).
KJV (8:17)
I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me.
Inspired Version (8:18)
Riches and honor are with me, yea, durable riches and righteousness.
Hebrew (8:18)
KJV (8:18)
Riches and honor are with me; yea, durable riches and righteousness.
Inspired Version (8:19)
My fruit is better than gold, yea, than fine gold, and my revenue than choice silver.
Hebrew (8:19)
KJV (8:19)
My fruit is better than gold, yea, than fine gold; and my revenue than choice silver.
Inspired Version (8:20)
I lead in the way of righteousness, in the midst of the paths of judgment,
Hebrew (8:20)
בְּאֹֽרַח־ (in the way) צְדָקָ֥ה (of righteousness), אֲהַלֵּ֑ך (I walk) בְּ֝ת֗וֹךְ (along) נְתִיב֥וֹת (the paths) מִשְׁפָּֽט׃ (of justice),
KJV (8:20)
I lead in the way of righteousness, in the midst of the paths of judgment:
Inspired Version (8:21)
That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance; and I will fill their treasures.
Hebrew (8:21)
לְהַנְחִ֖יל (bestowing) אֹהֲבַ֥י׀ (on those who love me) יֵ֑שׁ (wealth) וְאֹצְרֹ֖תֵיהֶ֣ם (their treasuries {full}). אֲמַלֵּֽא׃פ (and making)
KJV (8:21)
That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance; and I will fill their treasures.
Inspired Version (8:22)
The Lord possessed me in the beginning of his way, before his works of old.
Hebrew (8:22)
יְֽהוָ֗ה (The LORD) קָ֭נָנִי (created me) רֵאשִׁ֣ית (as His first) דַּרְכּ֑וֹ (course), קֶ֖דֶם (before) מִפְעָלָ֣יו (His works) מֵאָֽז׃ (of old).
KJV (8:22)
The LORD possessed me in the beginning of his way, before his works of old.
Inspired Version (8:23)
I was set up from everlasting, from the beginning, or ever the earth was.
Hebrew (8:23)
מֵ֭עוֹלָם (From everlasting) נִסַּ֥כְתִּי (I was established), מֵרֹ֗אשׁ (from the beginning), מִקַּדְמֵי־ (began). אָֽרֶץ׃ (before the earth)
KJV (8:23)
I was set up from everlasting, from the beginning, or ever the earth was.
Inspired Version (8:24)
When there were no depths, I was brought forth--when there were no fountains abounding with water.
Hebrew (8:24)
בְּאֵין־ (When there were no) תְּהֹמ֥וֹת (watery depths), חוֹלָ֑לְתִּי (I was brought forth), בְּאֵ֥ין (when no) מַ֝עְיָנ֗וֹת (springs) נִכְבַּדֵּי־ (were overflowing) מָֽיִם׃ (with water).
KJV (8:24)
When there were no depths, I was brought forth; when there were no fountains abounding with water.
Inspired Version (8:25)
Before the mountains were settled, before the hills, was I brought forth,
Hebrew (8:25)
בְּטֶ֣רֶם (Before) הָרִ֣ים (the mountains) הָטְבָּ֑עוּ (were settled), לִפְנֵ֖י (before) גְבָע֣וֹת (the hills), חוֹלָֽלְתִּי׃ (I was brought forth),
KJV (8:25)
Before the mountains were settled, before the hills was I brought forth:
Inspired Version (8:26)
While as yet he had not made the earth, nor the fields, nor the highest part of the dust of the world.
Hebrew (8:26)
KJV (8:26)
While as yet he had not made the earth, nor the fields, nor the highest part of the dust of the world.
Inspired Version (8:27)
When he prepared the heavens, I was there--when he set a compass upon the face of the depth;
Hebrew (8:27)
בַּהֲכִינ֣וֹ (when He established) שָׁ֭מַיִם (the heavens), שָׁ֣ם (was there) אָ֑נִי (I) בְּח֥וּקוֹ (when He inscribed) ח֝֗וּג (a circle) עַל־ (on) פְּנֵ֥י (the face) תְהֽוֹם׃ (of the deep),
KJV (8:27)
When he prepared the heavens, I was there: when he set a compass upon the face of the depth:
Inspired Version (8:28)
When he established the clouds above; when he strengthened the fountains of the deep;
Hebrew (8:28)
בְּאַמְּצ֣וֹ (when He established) שְׁחָקִ֣ים (the clouds) מִמָּ֑עַל (above), בַּ֝עֲז֗וֹז (gushed forth), עִינ֥וֹת (when the fountains) תְּהוֹם׃ (of the deep)
KJV (8:28)
When he established the clouds above: when he strengthened the fountains of the deep:
Inspired Version (8:29)
When he gave to the sea his decree, that the waters should not pass his commandment; when he appointed the foundations of the earth--
Hebrew (8:29)
בְּשׂ֘וּמ֤וֹ (when He set) לַיָּ֨ם׀ (for the sea), חֻקּ֗וֹ (a boundary) וּ֭מַיִם (so that the waters) לֹ֣א (would not) יַֽעַבְרוּ־ (surpass) פִ֑יו (His command), בְּ֝חוּק֗וֹ (when He marked out) מ֣וֹסְדֵי (the foundations) אָֽרֶץ׃ (of the earth).
KJV (8:29)
When he gave to the sea his decree, that the waters should not pass his commandment: when he appointed the foundations of the earth:
Inspired Version (8:30)
Then I was by him as one brought up with him; and I was daily his delight, rejoicing always before him,
Hebrew (8:30)
וָֽאֶהְיֶ֥ה (Then I was) אֶצְל֗וֹ (at His side), אָ֫מ֥וֹן (a skilled craftsman) וָֽאֶהְיֶ֣ה (and) שַׁ֭עֲשֻׁעִים (His delight) י֤וֹם׀ (day) י֑וֹם ([by] day), מְשַׂחֶ֖קֶת (rejoicing) לְפָנָ֣יו (in His presence). בְּכָל־ (always) עֵֽת׃ (. . .)
KJV (8:30)
Then I was by him, as one brought up with him: and I was daily his delight, rejoicing always before him;
Inspired Version (8:31)
Rejoicing in the habitable part of his earth; and my delights were with the sons of men.
Hebrew (8:31)
מְ֭שַׂחֶקֶת (I was rejoicing) בְּתֵבֵ֣ל (in His whole world) אַרְצ֑וֹ (. . .), וְ֝שַׁעֲשֻׁעַ֗י (delighting) אֶת־ (together) בְּנֵ֥י (in the sons) אָדָֽם׃פ (of men).
KJV (8:31)
Rejoicing in the habitable part of his earth; and my delights were with the sons of men.
Inspired Version (8:32)
Now, therefore, hearken unto me, O ye children; for blessed are they that keep my ways.
Hebrew (8:32)
וְעַתָּ֣ה (Now therefore), בָ֭נִים (my sons), שִׁמְעוּ־ (listen) לִ֑י (to me), וְ֝אַשְׁרֵ֗י (for blessed) דְּרָכַ֥י (my ways). יִשְׁמֹֽרוּ׃ (are those who keep)
KJV (8:32)
Now therefore hearken unto me, O ye children: for blessed are they that keep my ways.
Inspired Version (8:33)
Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not.
Hebrew (8:33)
שִׁמְע֖וּ (Listen) מוּסָ֥ר (to instruction) וַחֲכָ֗מוּ (and be wise); וְאַל־ (do not) תִּפְרָֽעוּ׃ (ignore it).
KJV (8:33)
Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not.
Inspired Version (8:34)
Blessed is the man that heareth me, watching daily at my gates, waiting at the posts of my doors.
Hebrew (8:34)
אַ֥שְֽׁרֵי (Blessed) אָדָם֮ (is the man) שֹׁמֵ֪עַֽ֫ (who listens) לִ֥י (to me), לִשְׁקֹ֣ד (watching) עַל־ (at) דַּ֭לְתֹתַי (my doors), י֤וֹם׀ (daily) י֑וֹם (. . .) לִ֝שְׁמֹ֗ר (waiting) מְזוּזֹ֥ת (at the posts) פְּתָחָֽי׃ (of my doorway).
KJV (8:34)
Blessed is the man that heareth me, watching daily at my gates, waiting at the posts of my doors.
Inspired Version (8:35)
For whoso findeth me findeth life and shall obtain favor of the Lord.
Hebrew (8:35)
KJV (8:35)
For whoso findeth me findeth life, and shall obtain favor of the LORD.
Inspired Version (8:36)
But he that sinneth against me wrongeth his own soul; all they that hate me love death.
Hebrew (8:36)
וְֽ֭חֹטְאִי (But he who fails to find me) חֹמֵ֣ס (harms) נַפְשׁ֑וֹ (himself); כָּל־ (all) מְ֝שַׂנְאַ֗י (who hate me) אָ֣הֲבוּ (love) מָֽוֶת׃פ (death).
KJV (8:36)
But he that sinneth against me wrongeth his own soul: all they that hate me love death.
Inspired Version (9:1)
Wisdom hath builded her house; she hath hewn out her seven pillars;
Hebrew (9:1)
חָ֭כְמוֹת (Wisdom) בָּנְתָ֣ה (has built) בֵיתָ֑הּ (her house); חָצְבָ֖ה (she has carved out) עַמּוּדֶ֣יהָ (pillars). שִׁבְעָֽה׃ (her seven)
KJV (9:1)
Wisdom hath builded her house, she hath hewn out her seven pillars:
Inspired Version (9:2)
She hath killed her beasts; she hath mingled her wine; she hath also furnished her table.
Hebrew (9:2)
KJV (9:2)
She hath killed her beasts; she hath mingled her wine; she hath also furnished her table.
Inspired Version (9:3)
She hath sent forth her maidens; she crieth upon the highest places of the city.
Hebrew (9:3)
שָֽׁלְחָ֣ה (She has sent out) נַעֲרֹתֶ֣יהָ (her maidservants); תִקְרָ֑א (she calls out) עַל־ (from) גַּ֝פֵּ֗י (vvv) מְרֹ֣מֵי (the heights) קָֽרֶת׃ (of the city).
KJV (9:3)
She hath sent forth her maidens: she crieth upon the highest places of the city,
Inspired Version (9:4)
Whoso is simple, let him turn in hither; as for him that wanteth understanding, she saith to him,
Hebrew (9:4)
KJV (9:4)
Whoso is simple, let him turn in hither: as for him that wanteth understanding, she saith to him,
Inspired Version (9:5)
Come eat of my bread and drink of the wine which I have mingled.
Hebrew (9:5)
לְ֭כוּ (Come), לַחֲמ֣וּ (eat) בְֽלַחֲמִ֑י (my bread) וּ֝שְׁת֗וּ (and drink) בְּיַ֣יִן (the wine) מָסָֽכְתִּי׃ (I have mixed).
KJV (9:5)
Come, eat of my bread, and drink of the wine which I have mingled.
Inspired Version (9:6)
Forsake the foolish, and live; and go in the way of understanding.
Hebrew (9:6)
עִזְב֣וּ (behind), פְתָאיִ֣ם (Leave your folly) וִֽחְי֑וּ (and you will live); וְ֝אִשְׁר֗וּ (walk) בְּדֶ֣רֶךְ (in the way) בִּינָֽה׃ (of understanding).
KJV (9:6)
Forsake the foolish, and live; and go in the way of understanding.
Inspired Version (9:7)
He that reproveth a scorner getteth to himself shame; and he that rebuketh a wicked man getteth himself a blot.
Hebrew (9:7)
KJV (9:7)
He that reproveth a scorner getteth to himself shame: and he that rebuketh a wicked man getteth himself a blot.
Inspired Version (9:8)
Reprove not a scorner, lest he hate thee; rebuke a wise man, and he will love thee.
Hebrew (9:8)
אַל־ (Do not) תּ֣וֹכַח (rebuke) לֵ֭ץ (a mocker), פֶּן־ (or) יִשְׂנָאֶ֑ךָּ (he will hate you); הוֹכַ֥ח (rebuke) לְ֝חָכָ֗ם (a wise [man]), וְיֶאֱהָבֶֽךָּ׃ (and he will love you).
KJV (9:8)
Reprove not a scorner, lest he hate thee: rebuke a wise man, and he will love thee.
Inspired Version (9:9)
Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser; teach a just man, and he will increase in learning.
Hebrew (9:9)
תֵּ֣ן (Instruct) לְ֭חָכָם (a wise man), וְיֶחְכַּם־ (and he will be wiser) ע֑וֹד (still); הוֹדַ֥ע (teach) לְ֝צַדִּ֗יק (a righteous man), וְי֣וֹסֶף (and he will increase) לֶֽקַח׃פ ([his] learning).
KJV (9:9)
Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just man, and he will increase in learning.
Inspired Version (9:10)
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; and the knowledge of the Holy is understanding.
Hebrew (9:10)
תְּחִלַּ֣ת (is the beginning) חָ֭כְמָה (of wisdom), יִרְאַ֣ת (The fear) יְהוָ֑ה (of the LORD) וְדַ֖עַת (and knowledge) קְדֹשִׁ֣ים (of the Holy One) בִּינָֽה׃ (is understanding).
KJV (9:10)
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.
Inspired Version (9:11)
For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased.
Hebrew (9:11)
KJV (9:11)
For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased.
Inspired Version (9:12)
If thou be wise, thou shalt be wise for thyself; but if thou scornest, thou alone shalt bear it.
Hebrew (9:12)
אִם־ (If) חָ֭כַמְתָּ (you are wise), חָכַ֣מְתָּ (you are wise) לָּ֑ךְ (to your own advantage); וְ֝לַ֗צְתָּ (but if you scoff), לְֽבַדְּךָ֥ (you alone) תִשָּֽׂא׃ (will bear [the consequences]).
KJV (9:12)
If thou be wise, thou shalt be wise for thyself: but if thou scornest, thou alone shalt bear it.
Inspired Version (9:13)
A foolish woman is clamorous; she is simple and knoweth nothing.
Hebrew (9:13)
אֵ֣שֶׁת (The woman) כְּ֭סִילוּת ([named] Folly) הֹֽמִיָּ֑ה (is loud); פְּ֝תַיּ֗וּת ([she is] naive) וּבַל־ (nothing) יָ֥דְעָה (and knows) מָּֽה׃ (. . .).
KJV (9:13)
A foolish woman is clamorous: she is simple, and knoweth nothing.
Inspired Version (9:14)
For she sitteth at the door of her house, on a seat in the high places of the city,
Hebrew (9:14)
KJV (9:14)
For she sitteth at the door of her house, on a seat in the high places of the city,
Inspired Version (9:15)
To call passengers who go right on their ways;
Hebrew (9:15)
לִקְרֹ֥א (calling out) לְעֹֽבְרֵי־ (to those who pass by), דָ֑רֶךְ (. . .) הַֽ֝מְיַשְּׁרִ֗ים (who make) אֹֽרְחוֹתָֽם׃ (their paths {straight}).
KJV (9:15)
To call passengers who go right on their ways:
Inspired Version (9:16)
Whoso is simple, let him turn in hither; and as for him that wanteth understanding, she saith to him,
Hebrew (9:16)
KJV (9:16)
Whoso is simple, let him turn in hither: and as for him that wanteth understanding, she saith to him,
Inspired Version (9:17)
Stolen waters are sweet, and bread eaten in secret is pleasant.
Hebrew (9:17)
מַֽיִם־ (water) גְּנוּבִ֥ים (Stolen) יִמְתָּ֑קוּ (is sweet), וְלֶ֖חֶם (and bread) סְתָרִ֣ים ([eaten] in secret) יִנְעָֽם׃ (is tasty)!
KJV (9:17)
Stolen waters are sweet, and bread eaten in secret is pleasant.
Inspired Version (9:18)
But he knoweth not that the dead are there and that her guests are in the depths of hell.
Hebrew (9:18)
וְֽלֹא־ (But they do not) יָ֭דַע (know) כִּֽי־ (that) רְפָאִ֣ים (the dead) שָׁ֑ם (are there), בְּעִמְקֵ֖י ([are] in the depths) שְׁא֣וֹל (of Sheol). קְרֻאֶֽיהָ׃פ (that her guests)
KJV (9:18)
But he knoweth not that the dead are there; and that her guests are in the depths of hell.
Inspired Version (10:1)
The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son maketh a glad father; but a foolish son is the heaviness of his mother.
Hebrew (10:1)
מִשְׁלֵ֗י (The proverbs) שְׁלֹ֫מֹ֥ה פ (of Solomon): בֵּ֣ן (son) חָ֭כָם (A wise) יְשַׂמַּח־ (brings joy) אָ֑ב (to his father), וּבֵ֥ן (son) כְּ֝סִ֗יל (but a foolish) תּוּגַ֥ת (grief) אִמּֽוֹ׃ (to his mother).
KJV (10:1)
The proverbs of Solomon. A wise son maketh a glad father: but a foolish son is the heaviness of his mother.
Inspired Version (10:2)
Treasures of wickedness profit nothing; but righteousness delivereth from death.
Hebrew (10:2)
לֹא־ (nothing), י֭וֹעִילוּ (profit) אוֹצְר֣וֹת (treasures) רֶ֑שַׁע (Ill-gotten) וּ֝צְדָקָ֗ה (but righteousness) תַּצִּ֥יל (brings deliverance) מִמָּֽוֶת׃ (from death).
KJV (10:2)
Treasures of wickedness profit nothing: but righteousness delivereth from death.
Inspired Version (10:3)
The Lord will not suffer the soul of the righteous to famish; but he casteth away the substance of the wicked.
Hebrew (10:3)
לֹֽא־ (does not) יַרְעִ֣יב (go hungry), יְ֭הוָה (The LORD) נֶ֣פֶשׁ (. . .) צַדִּ֑יק (let the righteous) וְהַוַּ֖ת (the craving) רְשָׁעִ֣ים (of the wicked). יֶהְדֹּֽף׃ (but He denies)
KJV (10:3)
The LORD will not suffer the soul of the righteous to famish: but he casteth away the substance of the wicked.
Inspired Version (10:4)
He becometh poor that dealeth with a slack hand; but the hand of the diligent maketh rich.
Hebrew (10:4)
רָ֗אשׁ (one poor), עֹשֶׂ֥ה (make) כַף־ (hands) רְמִיָּ֑ה (Idle) וְיַ֖ד (hands) חָרוּצִ֣ים (but diligent) תַּעֲשִֽׁיר׃ (bring wealth).
KJV (10:4)
He becometh poor that dealeth with a slack hand: but the hand of the diligent maketh rich.
Inspired Version (10:5)
He that gathereth in summer is a wise son; but he that sleepeth in harvest is a son that causeth shame.
Hebrew (10:5)
אֹגֵ֣ר (He who gathers) בַּ֭קַּיִץ (in summer) בֵּ֣ן (son), מַשְׂכִּ֑יל ([is] a wise) נִרְדָּ֥ם ([but] he who sleeps) בַּ֝קָּצִ֗יר (during harvest) בֵּ֣ן (son). מֵבִֽישׁ׃ (is a disgraceful)
KJV (10:5)
He that gathereth in summer is a wise son: but he that sleepeth in harvest is a son that causeth shame.
Inspired Version (10:6)
Blessings are upon the head of the just; but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked.
Hebrew (10:6)
בְּ֭רָכוֹת (Blessings) לְרֹ֣אשׁ (are on the head) צַדִּ֑יק (of the righteous), וּפִ֥י (but the mouth) רְ֝שָׁעִ֗ים (of the wicked) יְכַסֶּ֥ה (conceals) חָמָֽס׃ (violence).
KJV (10:6)
Blessings are upon the head of the just: but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked.
Inspired Version (10:7)
The memory of the just is blessed; but the name of the wicked shall rot.
Hebrew (10:7)
זֵ֣כֶר (The memory) צַ֭דִּיק (of the righteous) לִבְרָכָ֑ה (is a blessing), וְשֵׁ֖ם (but the name) רְשָׁעִ֣ים (of the wicked) יִרְקָֽב׃ (will rot).
KJV (10:7)
The memory of the just is blessed: but the name of the wicked shall rot.
Inspired Version (10:8)
The wise in heart will receive commandments; but a prating fool shall fall.
Hebrew (10:8)
חֲכַם־ (A wise) לֵ֭ב (heart) יִקַּ֣ח (will receive) מִצְוֺ֑ת (commandments), וֶאֱוִ֥יל (but foolish) שְׂ֝פָתַ֗יִם (lips) יִלָּבֵֽט׃ (will come to ruin).
KJV (10:8)
The wise in heart will receive commandments: but a prating fool shall fall.
Inspired Version (10:9)
He that walketh uprightly walketh surely; but he that perverteth his ways shall be known.
Hebrew (10:9)
הוֹלֵ֣ךְ (He who walks) בַּ֭תֹּם (in integrity) יֵ֣לֶךְ (walks) בֶּ֑טַח (securely), וּמְעַקֵּ֥שׁ (but he who perverts) דְּ֝רָכָ֗יו (his ways) יִוָּדֵֽעַ׃ (will be found out).
KJV (10:9)
He that walketh uprightly walketh surely: but he that perverteth his ways shall be known.
Inspired Version (10:10)
He that winketh with the eye causeth sorrow; but a prating fool shall fall.
Hebrew (10:10)
קֹ֣רֵֽץ (He who winks) עַ֭יִן (the eye) יִתֵּ֣ן (causes) עַצָּ֑בֶת (grief), וֶאֱוִ֥יל (and foolish) שְׂ֝פָתַ֗יִם (lips) יִלָּבֵֽט׃ (will come to ruin).
KJV (10:10)
He that winketh with the eye causeth sorrow: but a prating fool shall fall.
Inspired Version (10:11)
The mouth of a righteous man is a well of life; but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked.
Hebrew (10:11)
KJV (10:11)
The mouth of a righteous man is a well of life: but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked.
Inspired Version (10:12)
Hatred stirreth up strifes; but love covereth all sins.
Hebrew (10:12)
שִׂ֭נְאָה (Hatred) תְּעוֹרֵ֣ר (stirs up) מְדָנִ֑ים (dissension) וְעַ֥ל (. . .), כָּל־ (all) פְּ֝שָׁעִ֗ים (transgressions). תְּכַסֶּ֥ה (covers) אַהֲבָֽה׃ (but love)
KJV (10:12)
Hatred stirreth up strifes: but love covereth all sins.
Inspired Version (10:13)
In the lips of him that hath understanding, wisdom is found; but a rod is for the back of him that is void of understanding.
Hebrew (10:13)
בְּשִׂפְתֵ֣י (on the lips) נָ֭בוֹן (of the discerning), תִּמָּצֵ֣א (is found) חָכְמָ֑ה (Wisdom) וְ֝שֵׁ֗בֶט (but a rod) לְגֵ֣ו (is for the back) חֲסַר־ (of him who lacks) לֵֽב׃ (judgment).
KJV (10:13)
In the lips of him that hath understanding wisdom is found: but a rod is for the back of him that is void of understanding.
Inspired Version (10:14)
Wise men lay up knowledge; but the mouth of the foolish is near destruction.
Hebrew (10:14)
KJV (10:14)
Wise men lay up knowledge: but the mouth of the foolish is near destruction.
Inspired Version (10:15)
The rich man's wealth is his strong city; the destruction of the poor is their poverty.
Hebrew (10:15)
KJV (10:15)
The rich man's wealth is his strong city: the destruction of the poor is their poverty.
Inspired Version (10:16)
The labor of the righteous tendeth to life, the fruit of the wicked to sin.
Hebrew (10:16)
פְּעֻלַּ֣ת (The labor) צַדִּ֣יק (of the righteous) לְחַיִּ֑ים (leads to life), תְּבוּאַ֖ת ([but] the gain) רָשָׁ֣ע (of the wicked) לְחַטָּֽאת׃ ([brings] punishment).
KJV (10:16)
The labor of the righteous tendeth to life: the fruit of the wicked to sin.
Inspired Version (10:17)
He is in the way of life that keepeth instruction; but he that refuseth reproof erreth.
Hebrew (10:17)
אֹ֣רַח (is on the path) לְ֭חַיִּים (to life), שׁוֹמֵ֣ר (Whoever heeds) מוּסָ֑ר (instruction) וְעוֹזֵ֖ב (but he who ignores) תּוֹכַ֣חַת (reproof) מַתְעֶֽה׃ (goes astray).
KJV (10:17)
He is in the way of life that keepeth instruction: but he that refuseth reproof erreth.
Inspired Version (10:18)
He that hideth hatred with lying lips and he that uttereth a slander is a fool.
Hebrew (10:18)
KJV (10:18)
He that hideth hatred with lying lips, and he that uttereth a slander, is a fool.
Inspired Version (10:19)
In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin; but he that refraineth his lips is wise.
Hebrew (10:19)
בְּרֹ֣ב (are many), דְּ֭בָרִים (When words) לֹ֣א (is unavoidable) יֶחְדַּל־ (. . .), פָּ֑שַׁע (sin) וְחֹשֵׂ֖ךְ (but he who restrains) שְׂפָתָ֣יו (his lips) מַשְׂכִּֽיל׃ (is wise).
KJV (10:19)
In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips is wise.
Inspired Version (10:20)
The tongue of the just is as choice silver; the heart of the wicked is little worth.
Hebrew (10:20)
כֶּ֣סֶף (silver), נִ֭בְחָר ([is] choice) לְשׁ֣וֹן (The tongue) צַדִּ֑יק (of the righteous) לֵ֖ב ([but] the heart) רְשָׁעִ֣ים (of the wicked) כִּמְעָֽט׃ ([has] little worth).
KJV (10:20)
The tongue of the just is as choice silver: the heart of the wicked is little worth.
Inspired Version (10:21)
The lips of the righteous feed many; but fools die for want of wisdom.
Hebrew (10:21)
שִׂפְתֵ֣י (The lips) צַ֭דִּיק (of the righteous) יִרְע֣וּ (feed) רַבִּ֑ים (many), וֶֽ֝אֱוִילִ֗ים (but fools) בַּחֲסַר־ (for lack) לֵ֥ב (of judgment). יָמֽוּתוּ׃ (die)
KJV (10:21)
The lips of the righteous feed many: but fools die for want of wisdom.
Inspired Version (10:22)
The blessing of the Lord, it maketh rich; and he addeth no sorrow with it.
Hebrew (10:22)
בִּרְכַּ֣ת (The blessing) יְ֭הוָה (of the LORD) הִ֣יא (. . .) תַעֲשִׁ֑יר (enriches), וְלֹֽא־ (no) יוֹסִ֖ף (and He adds) עֶ֣צֶב (sorrow) עִמָּֽהּ׃ (to it).
KJV (10:22)
The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.
Inspired Version (10:23)
It is as sport to a fool to do mischief; but a man of understanding hath wisdom.
Hebrew (10:23)
כִּשְׂח֣וֹק (delights) לִ֭כְסִיל (The fool) עֲשׂ֣וֹת (conduct), זִמָּ֑ה (in shameful) וְ֝חָכְמָ֗ה (has wisdom). לְאִ֣ישׁ (but a man) תְּבוּנָֽה׃ (of understanding)
KJV (10:23)
It is as sport to a fool to do mischief: but a man of understanding hath wisdom.
Inspired Version (10:24)
The fear of the wicked, it shall come upon him; but the desire of the righteous shall be granted.
Hebrew (10:24)
מְגוֹרַ֣ת (dreads) רָ֭שָׁע (What the wicked [man]) הִ֣יא (. . .) תְבוֹאֶ֑נּוּ (will overtake him), וְתַאֲוַ֖ת (but the desire) צַדִּיקִ֣ים (of the righteous) יִתֵּֽן׃ (will be granted).
KJV (10:24)
The fear of the wicked, it shall come upon him: but the desire of the righteous shall be granted.
Inspired Version (10:25)
As the whirlwind passeth, so is the wicked no more; but the righteous is an everlasting foundation.
Hebrew (10:25)
כַּעֲב֣וֹר (passes), ס֭וּפָה (When the whirlwind) וְאֵ֣ין (are no more), רָשָׁ֑ע (the wicked) וְ֝צַדִּ֗יק (but the righteous) יְס֣וֹד (are secure) עוֹלָֽם׃ (forever).
KJV (10:25)
As the whirlwind passeth, so is the wicked no more: but the righteous is an everlasting foundation.
Inspired Version (10:26)
As vinegar to the teeth and as smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to them that send him.
Hebrew (10:26)
כַּחֹ֤מֶץ׀ (Like vinegar) לַשִּׁנַּ֗יִם (to the teeth) וְכֶעָשָׁ֥ן (and smoke) לָעֵינָ֑יִם (to the eyes), כֵּ֥ן (so) הֶ֝עָצֵ֗ל ([is] the slacker) לְשֹׁלְחָֽיו׃ (to those who send him).
KJV (10:26)
As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to them that send him.
Inspired Version (10:27)
The fear of the Lord prolongeth days; but the years of the wicked shall be shortened.
Hebrew (10:27)
יִרְאַ֣ת (The fear) יְ֭הוָה (of the LORD) תּוֹסִ֣יף (prolongs) יָמִ֑ים (life), וּשְׁנ֖וֹת (but the years) רְשָׁעִ֣ים (of the wicked) תִּקְצֹֽרְנָה׃ (will be cut short).
KJV (10:27)
The fear of the LORD prolongeth days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened.
Inspired Version (10:28)
The hope of the righteous shall be gladness; but the expectation of the wicked shall perish.
Hebrew (10:28)
תּוֹחֶ֣לֶת (The hope) צַדִּיקִ֣ים (of the righteous) שִׂמְחָ֑ה (is joy), וְתִקְוַ֖ת (but the expectations) רְשָׁעִ֣ים (of the wicked) תֹּאבֵֽד׃ (will perish).
KJV (10:28)
The hope of the righteous shall be gladness: but the expectation of the wicked shall perish.
Inspired Version (10:29)
The way of the Lord is strength to the upright; but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity.
Hebrew (10:29)
מָע֣וֹז (is a refuge) לַ֭תֹּם (to the upright), דֶּ֣רֶךְ (The way) יְהוָ֑ה (of the LORD) וּ֝מְחִתָּ֗ה (but destruction) לְפֹ֣עֲלֵי ([awaits] those who do) אָֽוֶן׃ (evil).
KJV (10:29)
The way of the LORD is strength to the upright: but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity.
Inspired Version (10:30)
The righteous shall never be removed; but the wicked shall not inhabit the earth.
Hebrew (10:30)
צַדִּ֣יק (The righteous) לְעוֹלָ֣ם (will never) בַּל־ (. . .) יִמּ֑וֹט (be shaken), וּ֝רְשָׁעִ֗ים (but the wicked) לֹ֣א (will not) יִשְׁכְּנוּ־ (inhabit) אָֽרֶץ׃ (the land).
KJV (10:30)
The righteous shall never be removed: but the wicked shall not inhabit the earth.
Inspired Version (10:31)
The mouth of the just bringeth forth wisdom; but the froward tongue shall be cut out.
Hebrew (10:31)
פִּֽי־ (The mouth) צַ֭דִּיק (of the righteous) יָנ֣וּב (brings forth) חָכְמָ֑ה (wisdom), וּלְשׁ֥וֹן (tongue) תַּ֝הְפֻּכ֗וֹת (but a perverse) תִּכָּרֵֽת׃ (will be cut out).
KJV (10:31)
The mouth of the just bringeth forth wisdom: but the froward tongue shall be cut out.
Inspired Version (10:32)
The lips of the righteous know what is acceptable; but the mouth of the wicked speaketh frowardness.
Hebrew (10:32)
שִׂפְתֵ֣י (The lips) צַ֭דִּיק (of the righteous) יֵדְע֣וּן (know) רָצ֑וֹן (what is fitting), וּפִ֥י (but the mouth) רְ֝שָׁעִ֗ים (of the wicked) תַּהְפֻּכֽוֹת׃ (is perverse).
KJV (10:32)
The lips of the righteous know what is acceptable: but the mouth of the wicked speaketh frowardness.
Inspired Version (11:1)
A false balance is an abomination to the Lord; but a just weight is his delight.
Hebrew (11:1)
מֹאזְנֵ֣י (scales) מִ֭רְמָה (Dishonest) תּוֹעֲבַ֣ת (are an abomination) יְהוָ֑ה (to the LORD), וְאֶ֖בֶן (weight) שְׁלֵמָ֣ה (but an accurate) רְצוֹנֽוֹ׃ (is His delight).
KJV (11:1)
A false balance is abomination to the LORD: but a just weight is his delight.
Inspired Version (11:2)
When pride cometh, then cometh shame; but with the lowly is wisdom.
Hebrew (11:2)
KJV (11:2)
When pride cometh, then cometh shame: but with the lowly is wisdom.
Inspired Version (11:3)
The integrity of the upright shall guide them; but the perverseness of transgressors shall destroy them.
Hebrew (11:3)
תֻּמַּ֣ת (The integrity) יְשָׁרִ֣ים (of the upright) תַּנְחֵ֑ם (guides them), וְסֶ֖לֶף (but the perversity) בּוֹגְדִ֣ים (of the faithless) וְשַׁדָּם׃ (destroys them).
KJV (11:3)
The integrity of the upright shall guide them: but the perverseness of transgressors shall destroy them.
Inspired Version (11:4)
Riches profit not in the day of wrath; but righteousness delivereth from death.
Hebrew (11:4)
לֹא־ (vvv) יוֹעִ֣יל (are worthless) ה֭וֹן (Riches) בְּי֣וֹם (in the day) עֶבְרָ֑ה (of wrath), וּ֝צְדָקָ֗ה (but righteousness) תַּצִּ֥יל (brings deliverance) מִמָּֽוֶת׃ (from death).
KJV (11:4)
Riches profit not in the day of wrath: but righteousness delivereth from death.
Inspired Version (11:5)
The righteousness of the perfect shall direct his way; but the wicked shall fall by his own wickedness.
Hebrew (11:5)
צִדְקַ֣ת (The righteousness) תָּ֭מִים (of the blameless) תְּיַשֵּׁ֣ר (directs) דַּרְכּ֑וֹ (their path), וּ֝בְרִשְׁעָת֗וֹ (by their own wickedness). יִפֹּ֥ל (fall) רָשָֽׁע׃ (but the wicked)
KJV (11:5)
The righteousness of the perfect shall direct his way: but the wicked shall fall by his own wickedness.
Inspired Version (11:6)
The righteousness of the upright shall deliver them; but transgressors shall be taken in their own naughtiness.
Hebrew (11:6)
צִדְקַ֣ת (The righteousness) יְ֭שָׁרִים (of the upright) תַּצִּילֵ֑ם (delivers them), וּ֝בְהַוַּ֗ת (by their own desires). בֹּגְדִ֥ים (but the faithless) יִלָּכֵֽדוּ׃ (are trapped)
KJV (11:6)
The righteousness of the upright shall deliver them: but transgressors shall be taken in their own naughtiness.
Inspired Version (11:7)
When a wicked man dieth, his expectation shall perish; and the hope of unjust men perisheth.
Hebrew (11:7)
KJV (11:7)
When a wicked man dieth, his expectation shall perish: and the hope of unjust men perisheth.
Inspired Version (11:8)
The righteous is delivered out of trouble, and the wicked cometh in his stead.
Hebrew (11:8)
KJV (11:8)
The righteous is delivered out of trouble, and the wicked cometh in his stead.
Inspired Version (11:9)
A hypocrite with his mouth destroyeth his neighbor; but through knowledge shall the just be delivered.
Hebrew (11:9)
בְּפֶ֗ה (With his mouth) חָ֭נֵף (the ungodly man) יַשְׁחִ֣ת (destroys) רֵעֵ֑הוּ (his neighbor), וּ֝בְדַ֗עַת (but through knowledge) צַדִּיקִ֥ים (the righteous) יֵחָלֵֽצוּ׃ (are rescued).
KJV (11:9)
A hypocrite with his mouth destroyeth his neighbor: but through knowledge shall the just be delivered.
Inspired Version (11:10)
When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth; and when the wicked perish, there is shouting.
Hebrew (11:10)
בְּט֣וּב (thrive), צַ֭דִּיקִים (When the righteous) תַּעֲלֹ֣ץ (rejoices), קִרְיָ֑ה (the city) וּבַאֲבֹ֖ד (perish), רְשָׁעִ֣ים (and when the wicked) רִנָּֽה׃ (there are shouts of joy).
KJV (11:10)
When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth: and when the wicked perish, there is shouting.
Inspired Version (11:11)
By the blessing of the upright, the city is exalted; but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.
Hebrew (11:11)
בְּבִרְכַּ֣ת (By the blessing) יְ֭שָׁרִים (of the upright) תָּר֣וּם (is built up), קָ֑רֶת (a city) וּבְפִ֥י (but by the mouth) רְ֝שָׁעִ֗ים (of the wicked) תֵּהָרֵֽס׃ (it is torn down).
KJV (11:11)
By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted: but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.
Inspired Version (11:12)
He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbor; but a man of understanding holdeth his peace.
Hebrew (11:12)
בָּז־ (Whoever shows contempt) לְרֵעֵ֥הוּ (for his neighbor) חֲסַר־ (lacks) לֵ֑ב (judgment), וְאִ֖ישׁ (but a man) תְּבוּנ֣וֹת (of understanding) יַחֲרִֽישׁ׃ (remains silent).
KJV (11:12)
He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbor: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace.
Inspired Version (11:13)
A talebearer revealeth secrets; but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.
Hebrew (11:13)
KJV (11:13)
A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.
Inspired Version (11:14)
Where no counsel is, the people fall; but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.
Hebrew (11:14)
בְּאֵ֣ין (For lack) תַּ֭חְבֻּלוֹת (of guidance), יִפָּל־ (falls), עָ֑ם (a nation) וּ֝תְשׁוּעָ֗ה ([comes] deliverance). בְּרֹ֣ב (but with many) יוֹעֵֽץ׃ (counselors)
KJV (11:14)
Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counselors there is safety.
Inspired Version (11:15)
He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it; and he that hateth suretyship is sure.
Hebrew (11:15)
KJV (11:15)
He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: and he that hateth suretyship is sure.
Inspired Version (11:16)
A gracious woman retaineth honor; and strong men retain riches.
Hebrew (11:16)
אֵֽשֶׁת־ (woman) חֵ֭ן (A gracious) תִּתְמֹ֣ךְ (attains) כָּב֑וֹד (honor), וְ֝עָרִיצִ֗ים (but ruthless [men]) יִתְמְכוּ־ (gain) עֹֽשֶׁר׃ (only wealth).
KJV (11:16)
A gracious woman retaineth honor: and strong men retain riches.
Inspired Version (11:17)
The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
Hebrew (11:17)
גֹּמֵ֣ל (benefits) נַ֭פְשׁוֹ (himself), אִ֣ישׁ (man) חָ֑סֶד (A kind) וְעֹכֵ֥ר (brings trouble) שְׁ֝אֵר֗וֹ (on himself). אַכְזָרִֽי׃ (but a cruel man)
KJV (11:17)
The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
Inspired Version (11:18)
The wicked worketh a deceitful work; but to him that soweth righteousness shall be a sure reward.
Hebrew (11:18)
KJV (11:18)
The wicked worketh a deceitful work: but to him that soweth righteousness shall be a sure reward.
Inspired Version (11:19)
As righteousness tendeth to life, so he that pursueth evil pursueth it to his own death.
Hebrew (11:19)
כֵּן־ (Genuine) צְדָקָ֥ה (righteousness) לְחַיִּ֑ים (leads to life), וּמְרַדֵּ֖ף (but the pursuit) רָעָ֣ה (of evil) לְמוֹתֽוֹ׃ (brings death).
KJV (11:19)
As righteousness tendeth to life: so he that pursueth evil pursueth it to his own death.
Inspired Version (11:20)
They that are of a froward heart are an abomination to the Lord; but such as are upright in their way are his delight.
Hebrew (11:20)
תּוֹעֲבַ֣ת (are an abomination) יְ֭הוָה (to the LORD), עִקְּשֵׁי־ (The perverse) לֵ֑ב (in heart) וּ֝רְצוֹנ֗וֹ (are His delight). תְּמִ֣ימֵי (but the blameless) דָֽרֶךְ׃ (in [their] walk)
KJV (11:20)
They that are of a froward heart are abomination to the LORD: but such as are upright in their way are his delight.
Inspired Version (11:21)
Though hand join in hand, the wicked shall not be unpunished; but the seed of the righteous shall be delivered.
Hebrew (11:21)
KJV (11:21)
Though hand join in hand, the wicked shall not be unpunished: but the seed of the righteous shall be delivered.
Inspired Version (11:22)
As a jewel of gold in a swine's snout, so is a fair woman which is without discretion.
Hebrew (11:22)
KJV (11:22)
As a jewel of gold in a swine's snout, so is a fair woman which is without discretion.
Inspired Version (11:23)
The desire of the righteous is only good; but the expectation of the wicked is wrath.
Hebrew (11:23)
תַּאֲוַ֣ת (The desire) צַדִּיקִ֣ים (of the righteous) אַךְ־ (leads only) ט֑וֹב (to good), תִּקְוַ֖ת (but the hope) רְשָׁעִ֣ים (of the wicked) עֶבְרָֽה׃ ([brings] wrath).
KJV (11:23)
The desire of the righteous is only good: but the expectation of the wicked is wrath.
Inspired Version (11:24)
There is that scattereth, and yet increaseth; and there is that withholdeth more than is meet, but it tendeth to poverty.
Hebrew (11:24)
יֵ֣שׁ (-) מְ֭פַזֵּר (One gives freely), וְנוֹסָ֥ף (yet gains) ע֑וֹד (even more); וְחוֹשֵׂ֥ךְ (another withholds) מִ֝יֹּ֗שֶׁר (what is right), אַךְ־ (only) לְמַחְסֽוֹר׃ (to become poor).
KJV (11:24)
There is that scattereth, and yet increaseth; and there is that withholdeth more than is meet, but it tendeth to poverty.
Inspired Version (11:25)
The liberal soul shall be made fat; and he that watereth shall be watered also himself.
Hebrew (11:25)
נֶֽפֶשׁ־ (soul) בְּרָכָ֥ה (A generous) תְדֻשָּׁ֑ן (will prosper), וּ֝מַרְוֶ֗ה (and he who refreshes others) גַּם־ (. . .) ה֥וּא (will himself) יוֹרֶֽא׃ (be refreshed).
KJV (11:25)
The liberal soul shall be made fat: and he that watereth shall be watered also himself.
Inspired Version (11:26)
He that withholdeth corn, the people shall curse him; but blessing shall be upon the head of him that selleth it.
Hebrew (11:26)
מֹ֣נֵֽעַ (the hoarder) בָּ֭ר (of grain), יִקְּבֻ֣הוּ (will curse) לְא֑וֹם (The people) וּ֝בְרָכָ֗ה (but blessing) לְרֹ֣אשׁ (will crown) מַשְׁבִּֽיר׃ (the one who sells it).
KJV (11:26)
He that withholdeth corn, the people shall curse him: but blessing shall be upon the head of him that selleth it.
Inspired Version (11:27)
He that diligently seeketh good procureth favor; but he that seeketh mischief, it shall come unto him.
Hebrew (11:27)
שֹׁ֣חֵֽר (He who searches out) ט֭וֹב (good) יְבַקֵּ֣שׁ (finds) רָצ֑וֹן (favor), וְדֹרֵ֖שׁ (to him who seeks it). רָעָ֣ה (but evil) תְבוֹאֶֽנּוּ׃ (will come)
KJV (11:27)
He that diligently seeketh good procureth favor: but he that seeketh mischief, it shall come unto him.
Inspired Version (11:28)
He that trusteth in his riches shall fall; but the righteous shall flourish as a branch.
Hebrew (11:28)
בּוֹטֵ֣חַ (He who trusts) בְּ֭עָשְׁרוֹ (in his riches) ה֣וּא (. . .) יִפֹּ֑ל (will fall), וְ֝כֶעָלֶ֗ה (like foliage). צַדִּיקִ֥ים (but the righteous) יִפְרָֽחוּ׃ (will thrive)
KJV (11:28)
He that trusteth in his riches shall fall; but the righteous shall flourish as a branch.
Inspired Version (11:29)
He that troubleth his own house shall inherit the wind; and the fool shall be servant to the wise of heart.
Hebrew (11:29)
KJV (11:29)
He that troubleth his own house shall inherit the wind: and the fool shall be servant to the wise of heart.
Inspired Version (11:30)
The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise.
Hebrew (11:30)
KJV (11:30)
The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise.
Inspired Version (11:31)
Behold, the righteous shall be recompensed in the earth--much more the wicked and the sinner.
Hebrew (11:31)
הֵ֣ן (If) צַ֭דִּיק (the righteous) בָּאָ֣רֶץ (on earth), יְשֻׁלָּ֑ם (receive their due) אַ֝֗ף (how much more) כִּֽי־ (. . .) רָשָׁ֥ע (the ungodly) וְחוֹטֵֽא׃ (and the sinner)!
KJV (11:31)
Behold, the righteous shall be recompensed in the earth: much more the wicked and the sinner.
Inspired Version (12:1)
Whoso loveth instruction loveth knowledge; but he that hateth reproof is brutish.
Hebrew (12:1)
KJV (12:1)
Whoso loveth instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof is brutish.
Inspired Version (12:2)
A good man obtaineth favor of the Lord; but a man of wicked devices will he condemn.
Hebrew (12:2)
ט֗וֹב (The good [man]) יָפִ֣יק (obtains) רָ֭צוֹן (favor) מֵיְהוָ֑ה (from the LORD), וְאִ֖ישׁ (a man) מְזִמּ֣וֹת (who devises evil). יַרְשִֽׁיעַ׃ (but [the LORD] condemns)
KJV (12:2)
A good man obtaineth favor of the LORD: but a man of wicked devices will he condemn.
Inspired Version (12:3)
A man shall not be established by wickedness; but the root of the righteous shall not be moved.
Hebrew (12:3)
לֹא־ (cannot) יִכּ֣וֹן (be established) אָדָ֣ם (A man) בְּרֶ֑שַׁע (through wickedness), וְשֹׁ֥רֶשׁ (. . .). צַ֝דִּיקִ֗ים (but the righteous) בַּל־ (cannot) יִמּֽוֹט׃ (be uprooted)
KJV (12:3)
A man shall not be established by wickedness: but the root of the righteous shall not be moved.
Inspired Version (12:4)
A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband; but she that maketh ashamed is as rottenness in his bones.
Hebrew (12:4)
אֵֽשֶׁת־ (A wife) חַ֭יִל (of noble character) עֲטֶ֣רֶת (crown), בַּעְלָ֑הּ (is her husband’s) וּכְרָקָ֖ב (is like decay) בְּעַצְמוֹתָ֣יו (in his bones). מְבִישָֽׁה׃ (but she who causes shame)
KJV (12:4)
A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband: but she that maketh ashamed is as rottenness in his bones.
Inspired Version (12:5)
The thoughts of the righteous are right; but the counsels of the wicked are deceit.
Hebrew (12:5)
מַחְשְׁב֣וֹת (The plans) צַדִּיקִ֣ים (of the righteous) מִשְׁפָּ֑ט (are just), תַּחְבֻּל֖וֹת ([but] the counsel) רְשָׁעִ֣ים (of the wicked) מִרְמָֽה׃ (leads to deceit).
KJV (12:5)
The thoughts of the righteous are right: but the counsels of the wicked are deceit.
Inspired Version (12:6)
The words of the wicked are to lie in wait for blood; but the mouth of the upright shall deliver them.
Hebrew (12:6)
דִּבְרֵ֣י (The words) רְשָׁעִ֣ים (of the wicked) אֱרָב־ (lie in wait) דָּ֑ם (for blood), וּפִ֥י (but the speech) יְ֝שָׁרִ֗ים (of the upright) יַצִּילֵֽם׃ (rescues them).
KJV (12:6)
The words of the wicked are to lie in wait for blood: but the mouth of the upright shall deliver them.
Inspired Version (12:7)
The wicked are overthrown and are not; but the house of the righteous shall stand.
Hebrew (12:7)
הָפ֣וֹךְ (are overthrown) רְשָׁעִ֣ים (The wicked) וְאֵינָ֑ם (and perish), וּבֵ֖ית (but the house) צַדִּיקִ֣ים (of the righteous) יַעֲמֹֽד׃ (will stand).
KJV (12:7)
The wicked are overthrown, and are not: but the house of the righteous shall stand.
Inspired Version (12:8)
A man shall be commended according to his wisdom; but he that is of a perverse heart shall be despised.
Hebrew (12:8)
KJV (12:8)
A man shall be commended according to his wisdom: but he that is of a perverse heart shall be despised.
Inspired Version (12:9)
He that is despised and hath a servant is better than he that honoreth himself and lacketh bread.
Hebrew (12:9)
KJV (12:9)
He that is despised, and hath a servant, is better than he that honoreth himself, and lacketh bread.
Inspired Version (12:10)
A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast; but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
Hebrew (12:10)
יוֹדֵ֣עַ (regards) צַ֭דִּיק (A righteous [man]) נֶ֣פֶשׁ (the life) בְּהֶמְתּ֑וֹ (of his animal), וְֽרַחֲמֵ֥י (but the tender mercies) רְ֝שָׁעִ֗ים (of the wicked) אַכְזָרִֽי׃ (are only cruelty).
KJV (12:10)
A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
Inspired Version (12:11)
He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread; but he that followeth vain persons is void of understanding.
Hebrew (12:11)
עֹבֵ֣ד (The one who works) אַ֭דְמָתוֹ (his land) יִֽשְׂבַּֽע־ (will have plenty of) לָ֑חֶם (food), וּמְרַדֵּ֖ף (but whoever chases) רֵיקִ֣ים (fantasies) חֲסַר־ (lacks) לֵֽב׃ (judgment).
KJV (12:11)
He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread: but he that followeth vain persons is void of understanding.
Inspired Version (12:12)
The wicked desireth the net of evil men; but the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit.
Hebrew (12:12)
חָמַ֣ד (desire) רָ֭שָׁע (The wicked) מְצ֣וֹד (the plunder) רָעִ֑ים (of evil men), וְשֹׁ֖רֶשׁ (but the root) צַדִּיקִ֣ים (of the righteous) יִתֵּֽן׃ (flourishes).
KJV (12:12)
The wicked desireth the net of evil men: but the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit.
Inspired Version (12:13)
The wicked is snared by the transgression of his lips; but the just shall come out of trouble.
Hebrew (12:13)
בְּפֶ֣שַׁע (by his rebellious) שְׂ֭פָתַיִם (speech), מוֹקֵ֣שׁ (man is trapped) רָ֑ע (An evil) וַיֵּצֵ֖א (escapes) מִצָּרָ֣ה (from trouble). צַדִּֽיק׃ (but a righteous man)
KJV (12:13)
The wicked is snared by the transgression of his lips: but the just shall come out of trouble.
Inspired Version (12:14)
A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth; and the recompense of a man's hands shall be rendered unto him.
Hebrew (12:14)
KJV (12:14)
A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth: and the recompense of a man's hands shall be rendered unto him.
Inspired Version (12:15)
The way of a fool is right in his own eyes; but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.
Hebrew (12:15)
דֶּ֣רֶךְ (The way) אֱ֭וִיל (of a fool) יָשָׁ֣ר ([is] right) בְּעֵינָ֑יו (in his own eyes), וְשֹׁמֵ֖עַ (listens) לְעֵצָ֣ה (to counsel). חָכָֽם׃ (but a wise [man])
KJV (12:15)
The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.
Inspired Version (12:16)
A fool's wrath is presently known; but a prudent man covereth shame.
Hebrew (12:16)
KJV (12:16)
A fool's wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.
Inspired Version (12:17)
He that speaketh truth showeth forth righteousness, but a false witness deceit.
Hebrew (12:17)
KJV (12:17)
He that speaketh truth showeth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.
Inspired Version (12:18)
There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword; but the tongue of the wise is health.
Hebrew (12:18)
יֵ֣שׁ (vvv) בּ֭וֹטֶה (Speaking rashly) כְּמַדְקְר֣וֹת (is like a piercing) חָ֑רֶב (sword), וּלְשׁ֖וֹן (but the tongue) חֲכָמִ֣ים (of the wise) מַרְפֵּֽא׃ (brings healing).
KJV (12:18)
There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.
Inspired Version (12:19)
The lip of truth shall be established forever; but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
Hebrew (12:19)
KJV (12:19)
The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
Inspired Version (12:20)
Deceit is in the heart of them that imagine evil; but to the counsellors of peace is joy.
Hebrew (12:20)
מִ֭רְמָה (Deceit) בְּלֶב־ (is in the hearts) חֹ֣רְשֵׁי (of those who devise) רָ֑ע (evil), וּֽלְיֹעֲצֵ֖י (but the counselors) שָׁל֣וֹם (of peace) שִׂמְחָֽה׃ (have joy).
KJV (12:20)
Deceit is in the heart of them that imagine evil: but to the counselors of peace is joy.
Inspired Version (12:21)
There shall no evil happen to the just; but the wicked shall be filled with mischief.
Hebrew (12:21)
לֹא־ (No) יְאֻנֶּ֣ה (befalls) לַצַּדִּ֣יק (the righteous) כָּל־ (. . .), אָ֑וֶן (harm) וּ֝רְשָׁעִ֗ים (but the wicked) מָ֣לְאוּ (are filled) רָֽע׃ (with trouble).
KJV (12:21)
There shall no evil happen to the just: but the wicked shall be filled with mischief.
Inspired Version (12:22)
Lying lips are abomination to the Lord; but they that deal truly are his delight.
Hebrew (12:22)
תּוֹעֲבַ֣ת (are detestable) יְ֭הוָה (to the LORD), שִׂפְתֵי־ (lips) שָׁ֑קֶר (Lying) וְעֹשֵׂ֖י (but those who deal) אֱמוּנָ֣ה (faithfully) רְצוֹנֽוֹ׃ (are His delight).
KJV (12:22)
Lying lips are abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly are his delight.
Inspired Version (12:23)
A prudent man concealeth knowledge; but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
Hebrew (12:23)
אָדָ֣ם (man) עָ֭רוּם (A shrewd) כֹּ֣סֶה (keeps) דָּ֑עַת (his knowledge {to himself}), וְלֵ֥ב (heart) כְּ֝סִילִ֗ים (but a foolish) יִקְרָ֥א (proclaims) אִוֶּֽלֶת׃ (its folly).
KJV (12:23)
A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
Inspired Version (12:24)
The hand of the diligent shall bear rule; but the slothful shall be under tribute.
Hebrew (12:24)
יַד־ (The hand) חָרוּצִ֥ים (of the diligent) תִּמְשׁ֑וֹל (will rule), ו֝רְמִיָּ֗ה (but laziness) תִּהְיֶ֥ה (ends in) לָמַֽס׃ (forced labor).
KJV (12:24)
The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute.
Inspired Version (12:25)
Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop; but a good word maketh it glad.
Hebrew (12:25)
דְּאָגָ֣ה (Anxiety) בְלֶב־ (the heart) אִ֣ישׁ (of a man), יַשְׁחֶ֑נָּה (weighs down) וְדָבָ֖ר (word) ט֣וֹב (but a good) יְשַׂמְּחֶֽנָּה׃ (cheers it up).
KJV (12:25)
Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop: but a good word maketh it glad.
Inspired Version (12:26)
The righteous is more excellent than his neighbor; but the way of the wicked seduceth them.
Hebrew (12:26)
יָתֵ֣ר (is cautious) מֵרֵעֵ֣הוּ (in friendship), צַדִּ֑יק (A righteous man) וְדֶ֖רֶךְ (but the ways) רְשָׁעִ֣ים (of the wicked) תַּתְעֵֽם׃ (lead them astray).
KJV (12:26)
The righteous is more excellent than his neighbor: but the way of the wicked seduceth them.
Inspired Version (12:27)
The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting; but the substance of a diligent man is precious.
Hebrew (12:27)
KJV (12:27)
The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting: but the substance of a diligent man is precious.
Inspired Version (12:28)
In the way of righteousness is life; and in the pathway thereof there is no death.
Hebrew (12:28)
KJV (12:28)
In the way of righteousness is life: and in the pathway thereof there is no death.
Inspired Version (13:1)
A wise son heareth his father's instruction; but a scorner heareth not rebuke.
Hebrew (13:1)
KJV (13:1)
A wise son heareth his father's instruction: but a scorner heareth not rebuke.
Inspired Version (13:2)
A man shall eat good by the fruit of his mouth; but the soul of the transgressors shall eat violence.
Hebrew (13:2)
KJV (13:2)
A man shall eat good by the fruit of his mouth: but the soul of the transgressors shall eat violence.
Inspired Version (13:3)
He that keepeth his mouth keepeth his life; but he that openeth wide his lips shall have destruction.
Hebrew (13:3)
KJV (13:3)
He that keepeth his mouth keepeth his life: but he that openeth wide his lips shall have destruction.
Inspired Version (13:4)
The soul of the sluggard desireth and hath nothing; but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.
Hebrew (13:4)
מִתְאַוָּ֣ה (craves) וָ֭אַיִן (yet [has] nothing), נַפְשׁ֣וֹ (but the soul) עָצֵ֑ל (The slacker) וְנֶ֖פֶשׁ (. . .) חָרֻצִ֣ים (of the diligent) תְּדֻשָּֽׁן׃ (is fully satisfied).
KJV (13:4)
The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.
Inspired Version (13:5)
A righteous man hateth lying; but a wicked man is loathsome and cometh to shame.
Hebrew (13:5)
דְּבַר־ (falsehood) שֶׁ֭קֶר (. . .), יִשְׂנָ֣א (hate) צַדִּ֑יק (The righteous) וְ֝רָשָׁ֗ע (but the wicked) יַבְאִ֥ישׁ (bring shame) וְיַחְפִּֽיר׃ (and disgrace).
KJV (13:5)
A righteous man hateth lying: but a wicked man is loathsome, and cometh to shame.
Inspired Version (13:6)
Righteousness keepeth him that is upright in the way; but wickedness overthroweth the sinner.
Hebrew (13:6)
צְ֭דָקָה (Righteousness) תִּצֹּ֣ר (guards) תָּם־ (the man of integrity) דָּ֑רֶךְ (. . .), וְ֝רִשְׁעָ֗ה (but wickedness) תְּסַלֵּ֥ף (undermines) חַטָּֽאת׃ (the sinner).
KJV (13:6)
Righteousness keepeth him that is upright in the way: but wickedness overthroweth the sinner.
Inspired Version (13:7)
There is that maketh himself rich, yet hath nothing; there is that maketh himself poor, yet hath great riches.
Hebrew (13:7)
יֵ֣שׁ (-) מִ֭תְעַשֵּׁר (One pretends to be rich), וְאֵ֣ין (but has nothing) כֹּ֑ל (. . .); מִ֝תְרוֹשֵׁ֗שׁ (another pretends to be poor), וְה֣וֹן (wealth). רָֽב׃ (yet has great)
KJV (13:7)
There is that maketh himself rich, yet hath nothing: there is that maketh himself poor, yet hath great riches.
Inspired Version (13:8)
The ransom of a man's life are his riches; but the poor heareth not rebuke.
Hebrew (13:8)
KJV (13:8)
The ransom of a man's life are his riches: but the poor heareth not rebuke.
Inspired Version (13:9)
The light of the righteous rejoiceth; but the lamp of the wicked shall be put out.
Hebrew (13:9)
אוֹר־ (The light) צַדִּיקִ֥ים (of the righteous) יִשְׂמָ֑ח (shines brightly), וְנֵ֖ר (but the lamp) רְשָׁעִ֣ים (of the wicked) יִדְעָֽךְ׃ (is extinguished).
KJV (13:9)
The light of the righteous rejoiceth: but the lamp of the wicked shall be put out.
Inspired Version (13:10)
Only by pride cometh contention; but with the well-advised is wisdom.
Hebrew (13:10)
רַק־ (only) בְּ֭זָדוֹן (Arrogance) יִתֵּ֣ן (leads) מַצָּ֑ה (to strife), וְאֶת־ (is with) נ֖וֹעָצִ֣ים (the well-advised). חָכְמָֽה׃ (but wisdom)
KJV (13:10)
Only by pride cometh contention: but with the well advised is wisdom.
Inspired Version (13:11)
Wealth gotten by vanity shall be diminished; but he that gathereth by labor shall increase.
Hebrew (13:11)
KJV (13:11)
Wealth gotten by vanity shall be diminished: but he that gathereth by labor shall increase.
Inspired Version (13:12)
Hope deferred maketh the heart sick; but when the desire cometh, it is a tree of life.
Hebrew (13:12)
תּוֹחֶ֣לֶת (Hope) מְ֭מֻשָּׁכָה (deferred) מַחֲלָה־ (sick), לֵ֑ב (makes the heart) וְעֵ֥ץ (is a tree) חַ֝יִּ֗ים (of life). תַּאֲוָ֥ה (but desire) בָאָֽה׃ (fulfilled)
KJV (13:12)
Hope deferred maketh the heart sick: but when the desire cometh, it is a tree of life.
Inspired Version (13:13)
Whoso despiseth the word shall be destroyed; but he that feareth the commandment shall be rewarded.
Hebrew (13:13)
KJV (13:13)
Whoso despiseth the word shall be destroyed: but he that feareth the commandment shall be rewarded.
Inspired Version (13:14)
The law of the wise is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.
Hebrew (13:14)
KJV (13:14)
The law of the wise is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.
Inspired Version (13:15)
Good understanding giveth favor; but the way of transgressors is hard.
Hebrew (13:15)
KJV (13:15)
Good understanding giveth favor: but the way of transgressors is hard.
Inspired Version (13:16)
Every prudent man dealeth with knowledge; but a fool layeth open his folly.
Hebrew (13:16)
כָּל־ (Every) עָ֭רוּם (prudent [man]) יַעֲשֶׂ֣ה (acts) בְדָ֑עַת (with knowledge), וּ֝כְסִ֗יל (but a fool) יִפְרֹ֥שׂ (displays) אִוֶּֽלֶת׃ ([his] folly).
KJV (13:16)
Every prudent man dealeth with knowledge: but a fool layeth open his folly.
Inspired Version (13:17)
A wicked messenger falleth into mischief; but a faithful ambassador is health.
Hebrew (13:17)
מַלְאָ֣ךְ (messenger) רָ֭שָׁע (A wicked) יִפֹּ֣ל (falls) בְּרָ֑ע (into trouble), וְצִ֖יר (envoy) אֱמוּנִ֣ים (but a faithful) מַרְפֵּֽא׃ (brings healing).
KJV (13:17)
A wicked messenger falleth into mischief: but a faithful ambassador is health.
Inspired Version (13:18)
Poverty and shame shall be to him that refuseth instruction; but he that regardeth reproof shall be honored.
Hebrew (13:18)
רֵ֣ישׁ (Poverty) וְ֭קָלוֹן (and shame) פּוֹרֵ֣עַ (come to him who ignores) מוּסָ֑ר (discipline), וְשׁוֹמֵ֖ר (but whoever heeds) תּוֹכַ֣חַת (correction) יְכֻבָּֽד׃ (is honored).
KJV (13:18)
Poverty and shame shall be to him that refuseth instruction: but he that regardeth reproof shall be honored.
Inspired Version (13:19)
The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul; but it is abomination to fools to depart from evil.
Hebrew (13:19)
תַּאֲוָ֣ה (Desire) נִ֭הְיָה (fulfilled) תֶּעֱרַ֣ב (is sweet) לְנָ֑פֶשׁ (to the soul), וְתוֹעֲבַ֥ת (is detestable) כְּ֝סִילִ֗ים (to fools). ס֣וּר (but turning) מֵרָֽע׃ (from evil)
KJV (13:19)
The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul: but it is abomination to fools to depart from evil.
Inspired Version (13:20)
He that walketh with wise men shall be wise; but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.
Hebrew (13:20)
KJV (13:20)
He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed.
Inspired Version (13:21)
Evil pursueth sinners; but to the righteous good shall be repaid.
Hebrew (13:21)
חַ֭טָּאִים (sinners), תְּרַדֵּ֣ף (pursues) רָעָ֑ה (Disaster) וְאֶת־ (-) צַ֝דִּיקִ֗ים (of the righteous). יְשַׁלֶּם־ (is the reward) טֽוֹב׃ (but prosperity)
KJV (13:21)
Evil pursueth sinners: but to the righteous good shall be repaid.
Inspired Version (13:22)
A good man leaveth an inheritance to his children's children; and the wealth of the sinner is laid up for the just.
Hebrew (13:22)
KJV (13:22)
A good man leaveth an inheritance to his children's children: and the wealth of the sinner is laid up for the just.
Inspired Version (13:23)
Much food is in the tillage of the poor; but there is that is destroyed for want of judgment.
Hebrew (13:23)
רָב־ (Abundant) אֹ֭כֶל (food) נִ֣יר ([is in] the fallow ground) רָאשִׁ֑ים (of the poor), וְיֵ֥שׁ (it is) נִ֝סְפֶּ֗ה (swept away). בְּלֹ֣א (but without) מִשְׁפָּֽט׃ (justice)
KJV (13:23)
Much food is in the tillage of the poor: but there is that is destroyed for want of judgment.
Inspired Version (13:24)
He that spareth his rod hateth his son; but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes.
Hebrew (13:24)
חוֹשֵׂ֣ךְ (He who spares) שִׁ֭בְטוֹ (the rod) שׂוֹנֵ֣א (hates) בְנ֑וֹ (his son), וְ֝אֹהֲב֗וֹ (but he who loves him) שִֽׁחֲר֥וֹ (diligently). מוּסָֽר׃ (disciplines him)
KJV (13:24)
He that spareth his rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes.
Inspired Version (13:25)
The righteous eateth to the satisfying of his soul; but the belly of the wicked shall want.
Hebrew (13:25)
צַדִּ֗יק (A righteous) אֹ֭כֵל (man eats) לְשֹׂ֣בַע (content), נַפְשׁ֑וֹ (to his heart’s) וּבֶ֖טֶן (but the stomach) רְשָׁעִ֣ים (of the wicked) תֶּחְסָֽר׃פ (is empty).
KJV (13:25)
The righteous eateth to the satisfying of his soul: but the belly of the wicked shall want.
Inspired Version (14:1)
Every wise woman buildeth her house; but the foolish plucketh it down with her hands.
Hebrew (14:1)
חַכְמ֣וֹת (Every wise) נָ֭שִׁים (woman) בָּנְתָ֣ה (builds) בֵיתָ֑הּ (her house), וְ֝אִוֶּ֗לֶת (but a foolish one) בְּיָדֶ֥יהָ (with her own hands). תֶהֶרְסֶֽנּוּ׃ (tears it down)
KJV (14:1)
Every wise woman buildeth her house: but the foolish plucketh it down with her hands.
Inspired Version (14:2)
He that walketh in his uprightness feareth the Lord; but he that is perverse in his ways despiseth him.
Hebrew (14:2)
הוֹלֵ֣ךְ (He who walks) בְּ֭יָשְׁרוֹ (in uprightness) יְרֵ֣א (fears) יְהוָ֑ה (the LORD), וּנְל֖וֹז (but the one who is devious) דְּרָכָ֣יו (in his ways) בּוֹזֵֽהוּ׃ (despises Him).
KJV (14:2)
He that walketh in his uprightness feareth the LORD: but he that is perverse in his ways despiseth him.
Inspired Version (14:3)
In the mouth of the foolish is a rod of pride; but the lips of the wise shall preserve them.
Hebrew (14:3)
בְּֽפִי־ (speech) אֱ֭וִיל (of a fool) חֹ֣טֶר (brings a rod to his back), גַּאֲוָ֑ה (The proud) וְשִׂפְתֵ֥י (but the lips) חֲ֝כָמִ֗ים (of the wise) תִּשְׁמוּרֵֽם׃ (protect them).
KJV (14:3)
In the mouth of the foolish is a rod of pride: but the lips of the wise shall preserve them.
Inspired Version (14:4)
Where no oxen are, the crib is clean; but much increase is by the strength of the ox.
Hebrew (14:4)
KJV (14:4)
Where no oxen are, the crib is clean: but much increase is by the strength of the ox.
Inspired Version (14:5)
A faithful witness will not lie; but a false witness will utter lies.
Hebrew (14:5)
עֵ֣ד (witness) אֱ֭מוּנִים (An honest) לֹ֣א (does not) יְכַזֵּ֑ב (deceive), וְיָפִ֥יחַ (pours forth) כְּ֝זָבִ֗ים (lies). עֵ֣ד (witness) שָֽׁקֶר׃ (but a dishonest)
KJV (14:5)
A faithful witness will not lie: but a false witness will utter lies.
Inspired Version (14:6)
A scorner seeketh wisdom and findeth it not; but knowledge is easy unto him that understandeth.
Hebrew (14:6)
KJV (14:6)
A scorner seeketh wisdom, and findeth it not: but knowledge is easy unto him that understandeth.
Inspired Version (14:7)
Go from the presence of a foolish man when thou perceivest not in him the lips of knowledge.
Hebrew (14:7)
KJV (14:7)
Go from the presence of a foolish man, when thou perceivest not in him the lips of knowledge.
Inspired Version (14:8)
The wisdom of the prudent is to understand his way; but the folly of fools is deceit.
Hebrew (14:8)
חָכְמַ֣ת (The wisdom) עָ֭רוּם (of the prudent) הָבִ֣ין (is to discern) דַּרְכּ֑וֹ (his way), וְאִוֶּ֖לֶת (but the folly) כְּסִילִ֣ים (of fools) מִרְמָֽה׃ (deceives them).
KJV (14:8)
The wisdom of the prudent is to understand his way: but the folly of fools is deceit.
Inspired Version (14:9)
Fools make a mock at sin; but among the righteous there is favor.
Hebrew (14:9)
KJV (14:9)
Fools make a mock at sin: but among the righteous there is favor.
Inspired Version (14:10)
The heart knoweth his own bitterness; and a stranger doth not intermeddle with his joy.
Hebrew (14:10)
לֵ֗ב (The heart) י֭וֹדֵעַ (knows) מָרַּ֣ת (bitterness), נַפְשׁ֑וֹ (its own) וּ֝בְשִׂמְחָת֗וֹ (in its joy). לֹא־ (and no) יִתְעָ֥רַב (shares) זָֽר׃ (stranger)
KJV (14:10)
The heart knoweth his own bitterness; and a stranger doth not intermeddle with his joy.
Inspired Version (14:11)
The house of the wicked shall be overthrown; but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish.
Hebrew (14:11)
בֵּ֣ית (The house) רְ֭שָׁעִים (of the wicked) יִשָּׁמֵ֑ד (will be destroyed), וְאֹ֖הֶל (but the tent) יְשָׁרִ֣ים (of the upright) יַפְרִֽיחַ׃ (will flourish).
KJV (14:11)
The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish.
Inspired Version (14:12)
There is a way which seemeth right unto a man; but the end thereof are the ways of death.
Hebrew (14:12)
KJV (14:12)
There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
Inspired Version (14:13)
Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful; and the end of that mirth is heaviness.
Hebrew (14:13)
גַּם־ (Even) בִּשְׂח֥וֹק (in laughter) יִכְאַב־ (may ache), לֵ֑ב (the heart) וְאַחֲרִיתָ֖הּ (may end) שִׂמְחָ֣ה (and joy) תוּגָֽה׃ (in sorrow).
KJV (14:13)
Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful; and the end of that mirth is heaviness.
Inspired Version (14:14)
The backslider in heart shall be filled with his own ways; and a good man shall be satisfied from himself.
Hebrew (14:14)
מִדְּרָכָ֣יו (of his own ways), יִ֭שְׂבַּע (receives the fill) ס֣וּג (The backslider) לֵ֑ב (in heart) וּ֝מֵעָלָ֗יו ([is rewarded] for his [ways]). אִ֣ישׁ (man) טֽוֹב׃ (but a good)
KJV (14:14)
The backslider in heart shall be filled with his own ways: and a good man shall be satisfied from himself.
Inspired Version (14:15)
The simple believeth every word; but the prudent man looketh well to his going.
Hebrew (14:15)
פֶּ֭תִי (The simple [man]) יַאֲמִ֣ין (believes) לְכָל־ (every) דָּבָ֑ר (word), וְ֝עָר֗וּם (but the prudent man) יָבִ֥ין (watches) לַאֲשֻׁרֽוֹ׃ (his steps).
KJV (14:15)
The simple believeth every word: but the prudent man looketh well to his going.
Inspired Version (14:16)
A wise man feareth and departeth from evil; but the fool rageth and is confident.
Hebrew (14:16)
חָכָ֣ם (A wise [man]) יָ֭רֵא (fears) וְסָ֣ר (and turns) מֵרָ֑ע (from evil), וּ֝כְסִ֗יל (but a fool) מִתְעַבֵּ֥ר (and reckless). וּבוֹטֵֽחַ׃ (is careless)
KJV (14:16)
A wise man feareth, and departeth from evil: but the fool rageth, and is confident.
Inspired Version (14:17)
He that is soon angry dealeth foolishly; and a man of wicked devices is hated.
Hebrew (14:17)
קְֽצַר־ (A quick-tempered man) אַ֭פַּיִם (. . .) יַעֲשֶׂ֣ה (acts) אִוֶּ֑לֶת (foolishly), וְאִ֥ישׁ (man) מְ֝זִמּ֗וֹת (and a devious) יִשָּׂנֵֽא׃ (is hated).
KJV (14:17)
He that is soon angry dealeth foolishly: and a man of wicked devices is hated.
Inspired Version (14:18)
The simple inherit folly; but the prudent are crowned with knowledge.
Hebrew (14:18)
נָחֲל֣וּ (inherit) פְתָאיִ֣ם (The simple) אִוֶּ֑לֶת (folly), וַֽ֝עֲרוּמִ֗ים (but the prudent) יַכְתִּ֥רוּ (are crowned) דָֽעַת׃ (with knowledge).
KJV (14:18)
The simple inherit folly: but the prudent are crowned with knowledge.
Inspired Version (14:19)
The evil bow before the good, and the wicked at the gates of the righteous.
Hebrew (14:19)
KJV (14:19)
The evil bow before the good; and the wicked at the gates of the righteous.
Inspired Version (14:20)
The poor is hated even of his own neighbor; but the rich hath many friends.
Hebrew (14:20)
גַּם־ (even) לְ֭רֵעֵהוּ (by his neighbor), יִשָּׂ֣נֵא (is hated) רָ֑שׁ (The poor [man]) וְאֹהֲבֵ֖י (who love) עָשִׁ֣יר (the rich). רַבִּֽים׃ (but many are those)
KJV (14:20)
The poor is hated even of his own neighbor: but the rich hath many friends.
Inspired Version (14:21)
He that despiseth his neighbor sinneth; but he that hath mercy on the poor, happy is he.
Hebrew (14:21)
בָּז־ (He who despises) לְרֵעֵ֥הוּ (his neighbor) חוֹטֵ֑א (sins), וּמְחוֹנֵ֖ן (he who shows kindness) עֲנָיִים (to the poor). אַשְׁרָֽיו׃ (but blessed is)
KJV (14:21)
He that despiseth his neighbour sinneth: but he that hath mercy on the poor, happy is he.
Inspired Version (14:22)
Do they not err that devise evil? But mercy and truth shall be to them that devise good.
Hebrew (14:22)
KJV (14:22)
Do they not err that devise evil? but mercy and truth shall be to them that devise good.
Inspired Version (14:23)
In all labor there is profit; but the talk of the lips tendeth only to penury.
Hebrew (14:23)
בְּכָל־ (in all) עֶ֭צֶב (labor), יִהְיֶ֣ה (There is) מוֹתָ֑ר (profit) וּדְבַר־ (but mere talk) שְׂ֝פָתַ֗יִם (. . .) אַךְ־ (leads only) לְמַחְסֽוֹר׃ (to poverty).
KJV (14:23)
In all labor there is profit: but the talk of the lips tendeth only to penury.
Inspired Version (14:24)
The crown of the wise is their riches; but the foolishness of fools is folly.
Hebrew (14:24)
עֲטֶ֣רֶת (The crown) חֲכָמִ֣ים (of the wise) עָשְׁרָ֑ם (is their wealth), אִוֶּ֖לֶת ([but] the effort) כְּסִילִ֣ים (of fools) אִוֶּֽלֶת׃ ([is] folly).
KJV (14:24)
The crown of the wise is their riches: but the foolishness of fools is folly.
Inspired Version (14:25)
A true witness delivereth souls; but a deceitful witness speaketh lies.
Hebrew (14:25)
מַצִּ֣יל (saves) נְ֭פָשׁוֹת (lives), עֵ֣ד (witness) אֱמֶ֑ת (A truthful) וְיָפִ֖חַ (but one who utters) כְּזָבִ֣ים (lies) מִרְמָֽה׃ (is deceitful).
KJV (14:25)
A true witness delivereth souls: but a deceitful witness speaketh lies.
Inspired Version (14:26)
In the fear of the Lord is strong confidence; and his children shall have a place of refuge.
Hebrew (14:26)
בְּיִרְאַ֣ת (He who fears) יְ֭הוָה (the LORD) מִבְטַח־ (in confidence), עֹ֑ז (is secure) וּ֝לְבָנָ֗יו (and his children) יִהְיֶ֥ה (shall have) מַחְסֶֽה׃ (a place of refuge).
KJV (14:26)
In the fear of the LORD is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge.
Inspired Version (14:27)
The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.
Hebrew (14:27)
KJV (14:27)
The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.
Inspired Version (14:28)
In the multitude of people is the king's honor; but in the want of people is the destruction of the prince.
Hebrew (14:28)
KJV (14:28)
In the multitude of people is the king's honor: but in the want of people is the destruction of the prince.
Inspired Version (14:29)
He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding; but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly.
Hebrew (14:29)
אֶ֣רֶךְ (A patient [man]) אַ֭פַּיִם (. . .) רַב־ (has great) תְּבוּנָ֑ה (understanding), וּקְצַר־ (but a quick-tempered [man]) ר֝֗וּחַ (. . .) מֵרִ֥ים (promotes) אִוֶּֽלֶת׃ (folly).
KJV (14:29)
He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly.
Inspired Version (14:30)
A sound heart is the life of the flesh; but envy the rottenness of the bones.
Hebrew (14:30)
KJV (14:30)
A sound heart is the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones.
Inspired Version (14:31)
He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker; but he that honoreth him hath mercy on the poor.
Hebrew (14:31)
עֹ֣שֵֽׁק־ (Whoever oppresses) דָּ֭ל (the poor) חֵרֵ֣ף (taunts) עֹשֵׂ֑הוּ (their Maker), וּ֝מְכַבְּד֗וֹ (honors Him). חֹנֵ֥ן (but whoever is kind) אֶבְיֽוֹן׃ (to the needy)
KJV (14:31)
He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoureth him hath mercy on the poor.
Inspired Version (14:32)
The wicked is driven away in his wickedness; but the righteous hath hope in his death.
Hebrew (14:32)
KJV (14:32)
The wicked is driven away in his wickedness: but the righteous hath hope in his death.
Inspired Version (14:33)
Wisdom resteth in the heart of him that hath understanding; but that which is in the midst of fools is made known.
Hebrew (14:33)
בְּלֵ֣ב (in the heart) נָ֭בוֹן (of the discerning); תָּנ֣וּחַ (rests) חָכְמָ֑ה (Wisdom) וּבְקֶ֥רֶב (even among) כְּ֝סִילִ֗ים (fools) תִּוָּדֵֽעַ׃ (she is known).
KJV (14:33)
Wisdom resteth in the heart of him that hath understanding: but that which is in the midst of fools is made known.
Inspired Version (14:34)
Righteousness exalteth a nation; but sin is a reproach to any people.
Hebrew (14:34)
צְדָקָ֥ה (Righteousness) תְרֽוֹמֵֽם־ (exalts) גּ֑וֹי (a nation), וְחֶ֖סֶד (is a disgrace) לְאֻמִּ֣ים (to any people). חַטָּֽאת׃ (but sin)
KJV (14:34)
Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people.
Inspired Version (14:35)
The king's favor is toward a wise servant; but his wrath is against him that causeth shame.
Hebrew (14:35)
רְֽצוֹן־ (delights in) מֶ֭לֶךְ (A king) לְעֶ֣בֶד (servant), מַשְׂכִּ֑יל (a wise) וְ֝עֶבְרָת֗וֹ (but his anger) תִּהְיֶ֥ה (falls) מֵבִֽישׁ׃ (on the shameful).
KJV (14:35)
The king's favor is toward a wise servant: but his wrath is against him that causeth shame.
Inspired Version (15:1)
A soft answer turneth away wrath; but grievous words stir up anger.
Hebrew (15:1)
KJV (15:1)
A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.
Inspired Version (15:2)
The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright; but the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness.
Hebrew (15:2)
לְשׁ֣וֹן (The tongue) חֲ֭כָמִים (of the wise) תֵּיטִ֣יב (commends) דָּ֑עַת (knowledge), וּפִ֥י (but the mouth) כְ֝סִילִ֗ים (of the fool) יַבִּ֥יעַ (spouts) אִוֶּֽלֶת׃ (folly).
KJV (15:2)
The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness.
Inspired Version (15:3)
The eyes of the Lord are in every place, beholding the evil and the good.
Hebrew (15:3)
KJV (15:3)
The eyes of the LORD are in every place, beholding the evil and the good.
Inspired Version (15:4)
A wholesome tongue is a tree of life; but perverseness therein is a breach in the spirit.
Hebrew (15:4)
KJV (15:4)
A wholesome tongue is a tree of life: but perverseness therein is a breach in the spirit.
Inspired Version (15:5)
A fool despiseth his father's instruction; but he that regardeth reproof is prudent.
Hebrew (15:5)
KJV (15:5)
A fool despiseth his father's instruction: but he that regardeth reproof is prudent.
Inspired Version (15:6)
In the house of the righteous is much treasure; but in the revenues of the wicked is trouble.
Hebrew (15:6)
בֵּ֣ית (The house) צַ֭דִּיק (of the righteous) חֹ֣סֶן (treasure), רָ֑ב (has great) וּבִתְבוּאַ֖ת (but the income) רָשָׁ֣ע (of the wicked) נֶעְכָּֽרֶת׃ (is trouble).
KJV (15:6)
In the house of the righteous is much treasure: but in the revenues of the wicked is trouble.
Inspired Version (15:7)
The lips of the wise disperse knowledge; but the heart of the foolish doeth not so.
Hebrew (15:7)
KJV (15:7)
The lips of the wise disperse knowledge: but the heart of the foolish doeth not so.
Inspired Version (15:8)
The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord; but the prayer of the upright is his delight.
Hebrew (15:8)
זֶ֣בַח (The sacrifice) רְ֭שָׁעִים (of the wicked) תּוֹעֲבַ֣ת (is detestable) יְהוָ֑ה (to the LORD), וּתְפִלַּ֖ת (but the prayer) יְשָׁרִ֣ים (of the upright) רְצוֹנֽוֹ׃ (is His delight).
KJV (15:8)
The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD: but the prayer of the upright is his delight.
Inspired Version (15:9)
The way of the wicked is an abomination unto the Lord; but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.
Hebrew (15:9)
תּוֹעֲבַ֣ת (detests) יְ֭הוָה (The LORD) דֶּ֣רֶךְ (the way) רָשָׁ֑ע (of the wicked), וּמְרַדֵּ֖ף (those who pursue) צְדָקָ֣ה (righteousness). יֶאֱהָֽב׃ (but He loves)
KJV (15:9)
The way of the wicked is an abomination unto the LORD: but he loveth him that followeth after righteousness.
Inspired Version (15:10)
Correction is grievous unto him that forsaketh the way; and he that hateth reproof shall die.
Hebrew (15:10)
KJV (15:10)
Correction is grievous unto him that forsaketh the way: and he that hateth reproof shall die.
Inspired Version (15:11)
Hell and destruction are before the Lord. How much more then the hearts of the children of men?
Hebrew (15:11)
KJV (15:11)
Hell and destruction are before the LORD: how much more then the hearts of the children of men?
Inspired Version (15:12)
A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him; neither will he go unto the wise.
Hebrew (15:12)
KJV (15:12)
A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him: neither will he go unto the wise.
Inspired Version (15:13)
A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance; but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.
Hebrew (15:13)
KJV (15:13)
A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.
Inspired Version (15:14)
The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge; but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.
Hebrew (15:14)
לֵ֣ב (heart) נָ֭בוֹן (A discerning) יְבַקֶּשׁ־ (seeks) דָּ֑עַת (knowledge), וּפְנֵי (but the mouth) כְ֝סִילִ֗ים (of a fool) יִרְעֶ֥ה (feeds on) אִוֶּֽלֶת׃ (folly).
KJV (15:14)
The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.
Inspired Version (15:15)
All the days of the afflicted are evil; but he that is of a merry heart hath a continual feast.
Hebrew (15:15)
KJV (15:15)
All the days of the afflicted are evil: but he that is of a merry heart hath a continual feast.
Inspired Version (15:16)
Better is little with the fear of the Lord than great treasure and trouble therewith.
Hebrew (15:16)
טוֹב־ (Better) מְ֭עַט (a little) בְּיִרְאַ֣ת (with the fear) יְהוָ֑ה (of the LORD) מֵאוֹצָ֥ר (treasure) רָ֝֗ב (than great) וּמְה֥וּמָה (with turmoil) בֽוֹ׃ ().
KJV (15:16)
Better is little with the fear of the LORD than great treasure and trouble therewith.
Inspired Version (15:17)
Better is a dinner of herbs where love is than a stalled ox and hatred therewith.
Hebrew (15:17)
ט֤וֹב (Better) אֲרֻחַ֣ת (a dish) יָ֭רָק (of vegetables) וְאַהֲבָה־ (there is love) שָׁ֑ם (where) מִשּׁ֥וֹר (ox) אָ֝ב֗וּס (than a fattened) וְשִׂנְאָה־ (with hatred) בֽוֹ׃ ().
KJV (15:17)
Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, than a stalled ox and hatred therewith.
Inspired Version (15:18)
A wrathful man stirreth up strife; but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.
Hebrew (15:18)
אִ֣ישׁ (man) חֵ֭מָה (A hot-tempered) יְגָרֶ֣ה (stirs up) מָד֑וֹן (strife), וְאֶ֥רֶך (but he who is slow) אַ֝פַּ֗יִם (to anger) יַשְׁקִ֥יט (calms) רִֽיב׃ (dispute).
KJV (15:18)
A wrathful man stirreth up strife: but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.
Inspired Version (15:19)
The way of the slothful man is as a hedge of thorns; but the way of the righteous is made plain.
Hebrew (15:19)
דֶּ֣רֶךְ (The way) עָ֭צֵל (of the slacker) כִּמְשֻׂ֣כַת (is like a hedge) חָ֑דֶק (of thorns), וְאֹ֖רַח (but the path) יְשָׁרִ֣ים (of the upright) סְלֻלָֽה׃ (is a highway).
KJV (15:19)
The way of the slothful man is as a hedge of thorns: but the way of the righteous is made plain.
Inspired Version (15:20)
A wise son maketh a glad father; but a foolish man despiseth his mother.
Hebrew (15:20)
KJV (15:20)
A wise son maketh a glad father: but a foolish man despiseth his mother.
Inspired Version (15:21)
Folly is joy to him that is destitute of wisdom; but a man of understanding walketh uprightly.
Hebrew (15:21)
KJV (15:21)
Folly is joy to him that is destitute of wisdom: but a man of understanding walketh uprightly.
Inspired Version (15:22)
Without counsel, purposes are disappointed; but in the multitude of counsellors, they are established.
Hebrew (15:22)
הָפֵ֣ר (fail) מַ֭חֲשָׁבוֹת (Plans) בְּאֵ֣ין (for lack) ס֑וֹד (of counsel), וּבְרֹ֖ב (but with many) יוֹעֲצִ֣ים (advisers) תָּקֽוּם׃ (they succeed).
KJV (15:22)
Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counselors they are established.
Inspired Version (15:23)
A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth; and a word spoken in due season, how good is it!
Hebrew (15:23)
שִׂמְחָ֣ה (takes joy) לָ֭אִישׁ (A man) בְּמַעֲנֵה־ (in a fitting reply) פִ֑יו (. . .)— וְדָבָ֖ר (word)! בְּעִתּ֣וֹ (a timely) מַה־ (and how) טּֽוֹב׃ (good is)
KJV (15:23)
A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken in due season, how good is it!
Inspired Version (15:24)
The way of life is above to the wise, that he may depart from hell beneath.
Hebrew (15:24)
אֹ֣רַח (The path) חַ֭יִּים (of life) לְמַ֣עְלָה ([leads] upward) לְמַשְׂכִּ֑יל (for the wise), לְמַ֥עַן (that) ס֝֗וּר (he may avoid) מִשְּׁא֥וֹל (to Sheol). מָֽטָּה׃ (going down)
KJV (15:24)
The way of life is above to the wise, that he may depart from hell beneath.
Inspired Version (15:25)
The Lord will destroy the house of the proud; but he will establish the border of the widow.
Hebrew (15:25)
בֵּ֣ית (the house) גֵּ֭אִים (of the proud), יִסַּ֥ח׀ (tears down) יְהוָ֑ה (The LORD) וְ֝יַצֵּ֗ב (but He protects) גְּב֣וּל (the boundaries) אַלְמָנָֽה׃ (of the widow).
KJV (15:25)
The LORD will destroy the house of the proud: but he will establish the border of the widow.
Inspired Version (15:26)
The thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the Lord; but the words of the pure are pleasant words.
Hebrew (15:26)
תּוֹעֲבַ֣ת (detests) יְ֭הוָה (The LORD) מַחְשְׁב֣וֹת (the thoughts) רָ֑ע (of the wicked), וּ֝טְהֹרִ֗ים (of the pure) אִמְרֵי־ (but the words) נֹֽעַם׃ (are pleasant [to Him]).
KJV (15:26)
The thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the LORD: but the words of the pure are pleasant words.
Inspired Version (15:27)
He that is greedy of gain troubleth his own house; but he that hateth gifts shall live.
Hebrew (15:27)
KJV (15:27)
He that is greedy of gain troubleth his own house; but he that hateth gifts shall live.
Inspired Version (15:28)
The heart of the righteous studieth to answer; but the mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things.
Hebrew (15:28)
KJV (15:28)
The heart of the righteous studieth to answer: but the mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things.
Inspired Version (15:29)
The Lord is far from the wicked; but he heareth the prayer of the righteous.
Hebrew (15:29)
רָח֣וֹק (is far) יְ֭הוָה (The LORD) מֵרְשָׁעִ֑ים (from the wicked), וּתְפִלַּ֖ת (the prayer) צַדִּיקִ֣ים (of the righteous). יִשְׁמָֽע׃ (but He hears)
KJV (15:29)
The LORD is far from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous.
Inspired Version (15:30)
The light of the eyes rejoiceth the heart; and a good report maketh the bones fat.
Hebrew (15:30)
מְֽאוֹר־ (The light) עֵ֭ינַיִם (of the eyes) יְשַׂמַּֽח־ (cheers) לֵ֑ב (the heart), שְׁמוּעָ֥ה (news) ט֝וֹבָ֗ה ([and] good) תְּדַשֶּׁן־ (nourishes) עָֽצֶם׃ (the bones).
KJV (15:30)
The light of the eyes rejoiceth the heart: and a good report maketh the bones fat.
Inspired Version (15:31)
The ear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise.
Hebrew (15:31)
KJV (15:31)
The ear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise.
Inspired Version (15:32)
He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul; but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.
Hebrew (15:32)
פּוֹרֵ֣עַ (He who ignores) מ֭וּסָר (discipline) מוֹאֵ֣ס (despises) נַפְשׁ֑וֹ (himself), וְשׁוֹמֵ֥עַ (but whoever heeds) תּ֝וֹכַ֗חַת (correction) ק֣וֹנֶה (gains) לֵּֽב׃ (understanding).
KJV (15:32)
He that refuseth instruction despiseth his own soul: but he that heareth reproof getteth understanding.
Inspired Version (15:33)
The fear of the Lord is the instruction of wisdom; and before honor is humility.
Hebrew (15:33)
KJV (15:33)
The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom; and before honor is humility.
Inspired Version (16:1)
The preparations of the heart in man and the answer of the tongue is from the Lord.
Hebrew (16:1)
לְאָדָ֥ם (belong to man), מַֽעַרְכֵי־ (The plans) לֵ֑ב (of the heart) וּ֝מֵיְהוָ֗ה ([is] from the LORD). מַעֲנֵ֥ה (but the reply) לָשֽׁוֹן׃ (of the tongue)
KJV (16:1)
The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, is from the LORD.
Inspired Version (16:2)
All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the Lord weigheth the spirits.
Hebrew (16:2)
KJV (16:2)
All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the LORD weigheth the spirits.
Inspired Version (16:3)
Commit thy works unto the Lord, and thy thoughts shall be established.
Hebrew (16:3)
גֹּ֣ל (Commit) אֶל־ (to) יְהוָ֣ה (the LORD) מַעֲשֶׂ֑יךָ (your works) וְ֝יִכֹּ֗נוּ (will be achieved). מַחְשְׁבֹתֶֽיךָ׃ (and your plans)
KJV (16:3)
Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established.
Inspired Version (16:4)
The Lord hath made all things for himself, yea, even the wicked for the day of evil.
Hebrew (16:4)
KJV (16:4)
The LORD hath made all things for himself: yea, even the wicked for the day of evil.
Inspired Version (16:5)
Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the Lord; though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished.
Hebrew (16:5)
תּוֹעֲבַ֣ת (is detestable) יְ֭הוָה (to the LORD); כָּל־ (Everyone) גְּבַהּ־ ([who is] proud) לֵ֑ב (in heart) יָ֥ד (be assured that) לְ֝יָ֗ד (. . .) לֹ֣א (he will not) יִנָּקֶֽה׃ (go unpunished).
KJV (16:5)
Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished.
Inspired Version (16:6)
By mercy and truth, iniquity is purged; and by the fear of the Lord, men depart from evil.
Hebrew (16:6)
KJV (16:6)
By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the LORD men depart from evil.
Inspired Version (16:7)
When a man's ways please the Lord, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.
Hebrew (16:7)
בִּרְצ֣וֹת (please) יְ֭הוָה (the LORD), דַּרְכֵי־ (ways) אִ֑ישׁ (When a man’s) גַּם־ (He makes even) א֝וֹיְבָ֗יו ([the man’s] enemies) יַשְׁלִ֥ם (live at peace) אִתּֽוֹ׃ (with him).
KJV (16:7)
When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.
Inspired Version (16:8)
Better is a little with righteousness than great revenues without right.
Hebrew (16:8)
טוֹב־ (Better) מְ֭עַט (a little) בִּצְדָקָ֑ה (with righteousness) מֵרֹ֥ב (than great) תְּ֝בוּא֗וֹת (gain) בְּלֹ֣א (with injustice) מִשְׁפָּֽט׃ (. . .).
KJV (16:8)
Better is a little with righteousness than great revenues without right.
Inspired Version (16:9)
A man's heart deviseth his way; but the Lord directeth his steps.
Hebrew (16:9)
לֵ֣ב (heart) אָ֭דָם (A man’s) יְחַשֵּׁ֣ב (plans) דַּרְכּ֑וֹ (his course), וַֽ֝יהוָ֗ה (but the LORD) יָכִ֥ין (determines) צַעֲדֽוֹ׃ (his steps).
KJV (16:9)
A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.
Inspired Version (16:10)
A divine sentence is in the lips of the king; his mouth transgresseth not in judgment.
Hebrew (16:10)
KJV (16:10)
A divine sentence is in the lips of the king: his mouth transgresseth not in judgment.
Inspired Version (16:11)
A just weight and balance are the Lord's; all the weights of the bag are his work.
Hebrew (16:11)
פֶּ֤לֶס׀ (scales) וּמֹאזְנֵ֣י (and balances) מִ֭שְׁפָּט (Honest) לַֽיהוָ֑ה ([are from] the LORD); מַ֝עֲשֵׂ֗הוּ (are His concern). כָּל־ (all) אַבְנֵי־ (the weights) כִֽיס׃ (in the bag)
KJV (16:11)
A just weight and balance are the LORD's: all the weights of the bag are his work.
Inspired Version (16:12)
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness; for the throne is established by righteousness.
Hebrew (16:12)
תּוֹעֲבַ֣ת (is detestable) מְ֭לָכִים (for kings), עֲשׂ֣וֹת (behavior) רֶ֑שַׁע (Wicked) כִּ֥י (for) בִ֝צְדָקָ֗ה (through righteousness). יִכּ֥וֹן (is established) כִּסֵּֽא׃ (a throne)
KJV (16:12)
It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.
Inspired Version (16:13)
Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.
Hebrew (16:13)
KJV (16:13)
Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.
Inspired Version (16:14)
The wrath of a king is as messengers of death; but a wise man will pacify it.
Hebrew (16:14)
חֲמַת־ (The wrath) מֶ֥לֶךְ (of a king) מַלְאֲכֵי־ (is a messenger) מָ֑וֶת (of death), וְאִ֖ישׁ (man) חָכָ֣ם (but a wise) יְכַפְּרֶֽנָּה׃ (will pacify it).
KJV (16:14)
The wrath of a king is as messengers of death: but a wise man will pacify it.
Inspired Version (16:15)
In the light of the king's countenance is life; and his favor is as a cloud of the latter rain.
Hebrew (16:15)
בְּאוֹר־ (brightens), פְּנֵי־ (face) מֶ֥לֶךְ (When a king’s) חַיִּ֑ים (there is life); וּ֝רְצוֹנ֗וֹ (his favor) כְּעָ֣ב (is like a rain cloud) מַלְקֽוֹשׁ׃ (in spring).
KJV (16:15)
In the light of the king's countenance is life; and his favor is as a cloud of the latter rain.
Inspired Version (16:16)
How much better is it to get wisdom than gold and to get understanding rather to be chosen than silver!
Hebrew (16:16)
KJV (16:16)
How much better is it to get wisdom than gold! and to get understanding rather to be chosen than silver!
Inspired Version (16:17)
The highway of the upright is to depart from evil; he that keepeth his way preserveth his soul.
Hebrew (16:17)
מְסִלַּ֣ת (The highway) יְ֭שָׁרִים (of the upright) ס֣וּר (leads away) מֵרָ֑ע (from evil); שֹׁמֵ֥ר (protects) נַ֝פְשׁ֗וֹ (his life). נֹצֵ֥ר (he who guards) דַּרְכּֽוֹ׃ (his way)
KJV (16:17)
The highway of the upright is to depart from evil: he that keepeth his way preserveth his soul.
Inspired Version (16:18)
Pride goeth before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.
Hebrew (16:18)
לִפְנֵי־ (goes before) שֶׁ֥בֶר (destruction), גָּא֑וֹן (Pride) וְלִפְנֵ֥י (before) כִ֝שָּׁל֗וֹן (a fall). גֹּ֣בַהּ (and a haughty) רֽוּחַ׃ (spirit)
KJV (16:18)
Pride goeth before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.
Inspired Version (16:19)
Better it is to be of a humble spirit with the lowly than to divide the spoil with the proud.
Hebrew (16:19)
KJV (16:19)
Better it is to be of a humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud.
Inspired Version (16:20)
He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good; and whoso trusteth in the Lord, happy is he.
Hebrew (16:20)
מַשְׂכִּ֣יל (Whoever heeds) עַל־ (. . .) דָּ֭בָר (instruction) יִמְצָא־ (will find) ט֑וֹב (success), וּבוֹטֵ֖חַ (is he who trusts) בַּיהוָ֣ה (in the LORD). אַשְׁרָֽיו׃ (and blessed)
KJV (16:20)
He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy is he.
Inspired Version (16:21)
The wise in heart shall be called prudent; and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
Hebrew (16:21)
KJV (16:21)
The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
Inspired Version (16:22)
Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it; but the instruction of fools is folly.
Hebrew (16:22)
מְק֣וֹר (is a fountain) חַ֭יִּים (of life) שֵׂ֣כֶל (Understanding) בְּעָלָ֑יו (to its possessor), וּמוּסַ֖ר (but the discipline) אֱוִלִ֣ים (of fools) אִוֶּֽלֶת׃ (is folly).
KJV (16:22)
Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools is folly.
Inspired Version (16:23)
The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth and addeth learning to his lips.
Hebrew (16:23)
לֵ֣ב (The heart) חָ֭כָם (of the wise [man]) יַשְׂכִּ֣יל (instructs) פִּ֑יהוּ (his mouth) וְעַל־ (to) שְׂ֝פָתָ֗יו (his lips). יֹסִ֥יף (and adds) לֶֽקַח׃ (persuasiveness)
KJV (16:23)
The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.
Inspired Version (16:24)
Pleasant words are as a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and health to the bones.
Hebrew (16:24)
צוּף־ (are a honeycomb) דְּ֭בַשׁ (. . .), אִמְרֵי־ (words) נֹ֑עַם (Pleasant) מָת֥וֹק (sweet) לַ֝נֶּפֶשׁ (to the soul) וּמַרְפֵּ֥א (and healing) לָעָֽצֶם׃ (to the bones).
KJV (16:24)
Pleasant words are as a honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
Inspired Version (16:25)
There is a way that seemeth right unto a man; but the end thereof are the ways of death.
Hebrew (16:25)
KJV (16:25)
There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
Inspired Version (16:26)
He that laboreth, laboreth for himself; for his mouth craveth it of him.
Hebrew (16:26)
KJV (16:26)
He that laboreth laboreth for himself; for his mouth craveth it of him.
Inspired Version (16:27)
An ungodly man diggeth up evil; and in his lips there is as a burning fire.
Hebrew (16:27)
KJV (16:27)
An ungodly man diggeth up evil: and in his lips there is as a burning fire.
Inspired Version (16:28)
A froward man soweth strife; and a whisperer separateth chief friends.
Hebrew (16:28)
אִ֣ישׁ (man) תַּ֭הְפֻּכוֹת (A perverse) יְשַׁלַּ֣ח (spreads) מָד֑וֹן (dissension), וְ֝נִרְגָּ֗ן (and a gossip) מַפְרִ֥יד (divides) אַלּֽוּף׃ (close friends).
KJV (16:28)
A froward man soweth strife: and a whisperer separateth chief friends.
Inspired Version (16:29)
A violent man enticeth his neighbor and leadeth him into a way that is not good.
Hebrew (16:29)
אִ֣ישׁ (man) חָ֭מָס (A violent) יְפַתֶּ֣ה (entices) רֵעֵ֑הוּ (his neighbor) וְ֝הוֹלִיכ֗וֹ (and leads him) בְּדֶ֣רֶךְ (down a path) לֹא־ ([that is] not) טֽוֹב׃ (good).
KJV (16:29)
A violent man enticeth his neighbor, and leadeth him into the way that is not good.
Inspired Version (16:30)
He shutteth his eyes to devise froward things; moving his lips, he bringeth evil to pass.
Hebrew (16:30)
עֹצֶ֣ה (He who winks) עֵ֭ינָיו (his eye) לַחְשֹׁ֣ב (devises) תַּהְפֻּכ֑וֹת (perversity); קֹרֵ֥ץ (he who purses) שְׂ֝פָתָ֗יו (his lips) כִּלָּ֥ה (is bent on) רָעָֽה׃ (evil).
KJV (16:30)
He shutteth his eyes to devise froward things: moving his lips he bringeth evil to pass.
Inspired Version (16:31)
The hoary head is a crown of glory if it be found in the way of righteousness.
Hebrew (16:31)
עֲטֶ֣רֶת ([is] a crown) תִּפְאֶ֣רֶת (of glory); שֵׂיבָ֑ה (Gray hair) בְּדֶ֥רֶךְ (along the path) צְ֝דָקָ֗ה (of righteousness). תִּמָּצֵֽא׃ (it is attained)
KJV (16:31)
The hoary head is a crown of glory, if it be found in the way of righteousness.
Inspired Version (16:32)
He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.
Hebrew (16:32)
ט֤וֹב ([is] better) אֶ֣רֶךְ ([He who is] slow) אַ֭פַּיִם (to anger) מִגִּבּ֑וֹר (than a warrior), וּמֹשֵׁ֥ל (and he who controls) בְּ֝רוּח֗וֹ (his temper [is greater]) מִלֹּכֵ֥ד (than one who captures) עִֽיר׃ (a city).
KJV (16:32)
He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.
Inspired Version (16:33)
The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof is of the Lord.
Hebrew (16:33)
בַּ֭חֵיק (into the lap), יוּטַ֣ל (is cast) אֶת־ (-) הַגּוֹרָ֑ל (The lot) וּ֝מֵיְהוָ֗ה (is from the LORD). כָּל־ (but its every) מִשְׁפָּטֽוֹ׃ (decision)
KJV (16:33)
The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof is of the LORD.
Inspired Version (17:1)
Better is a dry morsel and quietness therewith than a house full of sacrifices with strife.
Hebrew (17:1)
ט֤וֹב (Better) פַּ֣ת (morsel) חֲ֭רֵבָה (a dry) וְשַׁלְוָה־ (in quietness) בָ֑הּ () מִ֝בַּ֗יִת (than a house) מָלֵ֥א (full of) זִבְחֵי־ (feasting) רִֽיב׃ (with strife).
KJV (17:1)
Better is a dry morsel, and quietness therewith, than a house full of sacrifices with strife.
Inspired Version (17:2)
A wise servant shall have rule over a son that causeth shame and shall have part of the inheritance among the brethren.
Hebrew (17:2)
עֶֽבֶד־ (servant) מַשְׂכִּ֗יל (A wise) יִ֭מְשֹׁל (will rule over) בְּבֵ֣ן (son) מֵבִ֑ישׁ (a disgraceful) וּבְת֥וֹךְ (as one of) אַ֝חִ֗ים (the brothers). יַחֲלֹ֥ק (and share) נַחֲלָֽה׃ (his inheritance)
KJV (17:2)
A wise servant shall have rule over a son that causeth shame, and shall have part of the inheritance among the brethren.
Inspired Version (17:3)
The fining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold; but the Lord trieth the hearts.
Hebrew (17:3)
KJV (17:3)
The fining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold: but the LORD trieth the hearts.
Inspired Version (17:4)
A wicked doer giveth heed to false lips; and a liar giveth ear to a naughty tongue.
Hebrew (17:4)
KJV (17:4)
A wicked doer giveth heed to false lips; and a liar giveth ear to a naughty tongue.
Inspired Version (17:5)
Whoso mocketh the poor reproacheth his Maker; and he that is glad at calamities shall not be unpunished.
Hebrew (17:5)
KJV (17:5)
Whoso mocketh the poor reproacheth his Maker: and he that is glad at calamities shall not be unpunished.
Inspired Version (17:6)
Children's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers.
Hebrew (17:6)
עֲטֶ֣רֶת (are the crown) זְ֭קֵנִים (of the aged), בְּנֵ֣י (Grandchildren) בָנִ֑ים (. . .) וְתִפְאֶ֖רֶת (and the glory) בָּנִ֣ים (of a son) אֲבוֹתָֽם׃ (is his father).
KJV (17:6)
Children's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers.
Inspired Version (17:7)
Excellent speech becometh not a fool; much less do lying lips a prince.
Hebrew (17:7)
KJV (17:7)
Excellent speech becometh not a fool: much less do lying lips a prince.
Inspired Version (17:8)
A gift is as a precious stone in the eyes of him that hath it; whithersoever it turneth, it prospereth.
Hebrew (17:8)
אֶֽבֶן־ (. . .) חֵ֣ן (is a charm) הַ֭שֹּׁחַד (A bribe) בְּעֵינֵ֣י (to) בְעָלָ֑יו (its giver); אֶֽל־ (wherever) כָּל־ (. . .) אֲשֶׁ֖ר (-) יִפְנֶ֣ה (he turns), יַשְׂכִּֽיל׃ (he succeeds).
KJV (17:8)
A gift is as a precious stone in the eyes of him that hath it: whithersoever it turneth, it prospereth.
Inspired Version (17:9)
He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth very friends.
Hebrew (17:9)
מְֽכַסֶּה־ (Whoever conceals) פֶּ֭שַׁע (an offense) מְבַקֵּ֣שׁ (promotes) אַהֲבָ֑ה (love), וְשֹׁנֶ֥ה (but he who brings it up) בְ֝דָבָ֗ר (. . .) מַפְרִ֥יד (separates) אַלּֽוּף׃ (friends).
KJV (17:9)
He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth very friends.
Inspired Version (17:10)
A reproof entereth more into a wise man than a hundred stripes into a fool.
Hebrew (17:10)
KJV (17:10)
A reproof entereth more into a wise man than a hundred stripes into a fool.
Inspired Version (17:11)
An evil man seeketh only rebellion; therefore, a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.
Hebrew (17:11)
אַךְ־ (only) מְרִ֥י (rebellion); יְבַקֶּשׁ־ (seeks) רָ֑ע (An evil [man]) וּמַלְאָ֥ךְ (messenger) אַ֝כְזָרִ֗י (a cruel) יְשֻׁלַּח־ (will be sent against him). בּֽוֹ׃ ()
KJV (17:11)
An evil man seeketh only rebellion: therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.
Inspired Version (17:12)
Let a bear robbed of her whelps meet a man rather than a fool in his folly.
Hebrew (17:12)
KJV (17:12)
Let a bear robbed of her whelps meet a man, rather than a fool in his folly.
Inspired Version (17:13)
Whoso rewardeth evil for good, evil shall not depart from his house.
Hebrew (17:13)
KJV (17:13)
Whoso rewardeth evil for good, evil shall not depart from his house.
Inspired Version (17:14)
The beginning of strife is as when one letteth out water; therefore, leave off contention before it be meddled with.
Hebrew (17:14)
פּ֣וֹטֵֽר (is to release) מַ֭יִם (a flood); רֵאשִׁ֣ית (To start) מָד֑וֹן (a quarrel) וְלִפְנֵ֥י (before) הִ֝תְגַּלַּ֗ע (it breaks out). הָרִ֥יב (the dispute) נְטֽוֹשׁ׃ (so abandon)
KJV (17:14)
The beginning of strife is as when one letteth out water: therefore leave off contention, before it be meddled with.
Inspired Version (17:15)
He that justifieth the wicked and he that condemneth the just, even they both are abomination to the Lord.
Hebrew (17:15)
מַצְדִּ֣יק (Acquitting) רָ֭שָׁע (the guilty) וּמַרְשִׁ֣יעַ (and condemning) צַדִּ֑יק (the righteous)— תּוֹעֲבַ֥ת (are detestable) יְ֝הוָ֗ה (to the LORD) גַּם־ (-). שְׁנֵיהֶֽם׃ (both)
KJV (17:15)
He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the just, even they both are abomination to the LORD.
Inspired Version (17:16)
Wherefore is there a price in the hand of a fool to get wisdom, seeing he hath no heart to it?
Hebrew (17:16)
KJV (17:16)
Wherefore is there a price in the hand of a fool to get wisdom, seeing he hath no heart to it?
Inspired Version (17:17)
A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.
Hebrew (17:17)
KJV (17:17)
A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.
Inspired Version (17:18)
A man void of understanding striketh hands and becometh surety in the presence of his friend.
Hebrew (17:18)
KJV (17:18)
A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend.
Inspired Version (17:19)
He loveth transgression that loveth strife; and he that exalteth his gate seeketh destruction.
Hebrew (17:19)
אֹ֣הֵֽב (He who loves) פֶּ֭שַׁע (transgression) אֹהֵ֣ב (loves) מַצָּ֑ה (strife); מַגְבִּ֥יהַּ (high) פִּ֝תְח֗וֹ (he who builds his gate) מְבַקֶּשׁ־ (invites) שָֽׁבֶר׃ (destruction).
KJV (17:19)
He loveth transgression that loveth strife: and he that exalteth his gate seeketh destruction.
Inspired Version (17:20)
He that hath a froward heart findeth no good; and he that hath a perverse tongue falleth into mischief.
Hebrew (17:20)
עִקֶּשׁ־ (The one with a perverse) לֵ֭ב (heart) לֹ֣א (no) יִמְצָא־ (finds) ט֑וֹב (good), וְנֶהְפָּ֥ךְ (is deceitful) בִּ֝לְשׁוֹנ֗וֹ (and he whose tongue) יִפּ֥וֹל (falls) בְּרָעָֽה׃ (into trouble).
KJV (17:20)
He that hath a froward heart findeth no good: and he that hath a perverse tongue falleth into mischief.
Inspired Version (17:21)
He that begetteth a fool doeth it to his sorrow; and the father of a fool hath no joy.
Hebrew (17:21)
KJV (17:21)
He that begetteth a fool doeth it to his sorrow: and the father of a fool hath no joy.
Inspired Version (17:22)
A merry heart doeth good like a medicine; but a broken spirit drieth the bones.
Hebrew (17:22)
KJV (17:22)
A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones.
Inspired Version (17:23)
A wicked man taketh a gift out of the bosom to pervert the ways of judgment.
Hebrew (17:23)
שֹׁ֣חַד (bribe) מֵ֭חֵיק (a covert) רָשָׁ֣ע (A wicked [man]) יִקָּ֑ח (takes) לְ֝הַטּ֗וֹת (to subvert) אָרְח֥וֹת (the course) מִשְׁפָּֽט׃ (of justice).
KJV (17:23)
A wicked man taketh a gift out of the bosom to pervert the ways of judgment.
Inspired Version (17:24)
Wisdom is before him that hath understanding; but the eyes of a fool are in the ends of the earth.
Hebrew (17:24)
KJV (17:24)
Wisdom is before him that hath understanding; but the eyes of a fool are in the ends of the earth.
Inspired Version (17:25)
A foolish son is a grief to his father and bitterness to her that bare him.
Hebrew (17:25)
KJV (17:25)
A foolish son is a grief to his father, and bitterness to her that bare him.
Inspired Version (17:26)
Also to punish the just is not good, nor to strike princes for equity.
Hebrew (17:26)
גַּ֤ם (It is surely) עֲנ֣וֹשׁ (to punish) לַצַּדִּ֣יק (the innocent) לֹא־ (not) ט֑וֹב (good) לְהַכּ֖וֹת (or to flog) נְדִיבִ֣ים (a noble) עַל־ (for) יֹֽשֶׁר׃ (his honesty).
KJV (17:26)
Also to punish the just is not good, nor to strike princes for equity.
Inspired Version (17:27)
He that hath knowledge spareth his words; and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.
Hebrew (17:27)
KJV (17:27)
He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.
Inspired Version (17:28)
Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise; and he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding.
Hebrew (17:28)
גַּ֤ם (Even) אֱוִ֣יל (a fool) מַ֭חֲרִישׁ (if he keeps silent), חָכָ֣ם (wise) יֵחָשֵׁ֑ב (is considered) אֹטֵ֖ם (when he holds) שְׂפָתָ֣יו (his tongue). נָבֽוֹן׃ ([and] discerning)
KJV (17:28)
Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: and he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding.
Inspired Version (18:1)
Through desire, a man, having separated himself, seeketh and intermeddleth with all wisdom.
Hebrew (18:1)
לְֽ֭תַאֲוָה (selfish desires); יְבַקֵּ֣שׁ (pursues) נִפְרָ֑ד (He who isolates himself) בְּכָל־ (against all) תּ֝וּשִׁיָּ֗ה (sound judgment). יִתְגַּלָּֽע׃ (he rebels)
KJV (18:1)
Through desire a man, having separated himself, seeketh and intermeddleth with all wisdom.
Inspired Version (18:2)
A fool hath no delight in understanding, but that his heart may discover itself.
Hebrew (18:2)
לֹֽא־ (does not) יַחְפֹּ֣ץ (delight) כְּ֭סִיל (A fool) בִּתְבוּנָ֑ה (in understanding), כִּ֝֗י (but only) אִֽם־ (. . .) בְּהִתְגַּלּ֥וֹת (in airing) לִבּֽוֹ׃ (his opinions).
KJV (18:2)
A fool hath no delight in understanding, but that his heart may discover itself.
Inspired Version (18:3)
When the wicked cometh, then cometh also contempt, and with ignominy reproach.
Hebrew (18:3)
KJV (18:3)
When the wicked cometh, then cometh also contempt, and with ignominy reproach.
Inspired Version (18:4)
The words of a man's mouth are as deep waters, and the wellspring of wisdom as a flowing brook.
Hebrew (18:4)
KJV (18:4)
The words of a man's mouth are as deep waters, and the wellspring of wisdom as a flowing brook.
Inspired Version (18:5)
It is not good to accept the person of the wicked, to overthrow the righteous in judgment.
Hebrew (18:5)
שְׂאֵ֣ת (Showing partiality) פְּנֵי־ (vvv) רָשָׁ֣ע (to the wicked) לֹא־ (is not) ט֑וֹב (good), לְהַטּ֥וֹת (nor is depriving) צַ֝דִּ֗יק (the innocent) בַּמִּשְׁפָּֽט׃ (of justice).
KJV (18:5)
It is not good to accept the person of the wicked, to overthrow the righteous in judgment.
Inspired Version (18:6)
A fool's lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for strokes.
Hebrew (18:6)
KJV (18:6)
A fool's lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for strokes.
Inspired Version (18:7)
A fool's mouth is his destruction, and his lips are the snare of his soul.
Hebrew (18:7)
פִּֽי־ (mouth) כְ֭סִיל (A fool’s) מְחִתָּה־ (is his ruin) ל֑וֹ (), וּ֝שְׂפָתָ֗יו (and his lips) מוֹקֵ֥שׁ ([are] a snare) נַפְשֽׁוֹ׃ (to his soul).
KJV (18:7)
A fool's mouth is his destruction, and his lips are the snare of his soul.
Inspired Version (18:8)
The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly.
Hebrew (18:8)
KJV (18:8)
The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly.
Inspired Version (18:9)
He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster.
Hebrew (18:9)
גַּ֭ם (Whoever) מִתְרַפֶּ֣ה (is slothful) בִמְלַאכְתּ֑וֹ (in his work) אָ֥ח (is brother) ה֝֗וּא (. . .) לְבַ֣עַל (to him) מַשְׁחִֽית׃ (who destroys).
KJV (18:9)
He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster.
Inspired Version (18:10)
The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.
Hebrew (18:10)
KJV (18:10)
The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.
Inspired Version (18:11)
The rich man's wealth is his strong city and as a high wall in his own conceit.
Hebrew (18:11)
ה֣וֹן (man’s wealth) עָ֭שִׁיר (A rich) קִרְיַ֣ת (city); עֻזּ֑וֹ (is his fortified) וּכְחוֹמָ֥ה (wall) נִ֝שְׂגָּבָ֗ה (it is like a high) בְּמַשְׂכִּיתֽוֹ׃ (in his imagination).
KJV (18:11)
The rich man's wealth is his strong city, and as an high wall in his own conceit.
Inspired Version (18:12)
Before destruction, the heart of man is haughty; and before honor is humility.
Hebrew (18:12)
לִפְנֵי־ (Before) שֶׁ֭בֶר (his downfall) יִגְבַּ֣הּ (is proud), לֵב־ (heart) אִ֑ישׁ (a man’s) וְלִפְנֵ֖י (comes before) כָב֣וֹד (honor). עֲנָוָֽה׃ (but humility)
KJV (18:12)
Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honor is humility.
Inspired Version (18:13)
He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him.
Hebrew (18:13)
KJV (18:13)
He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him.
Inspired Version (18:14)
The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity. But a wounded spirit who can bear?
Hebrew (18:14)
רֽוּחַ־ (The spirit) אִ֭ישׁ (of a man) יְכַלְכֵּ֣ל (can endure) מַחֲלֵ֑הוּ (his sickness), וְר֥וּחַ (spirit)? נְ֝כֵאָ֗ה (a broken) מִ֣י (but who) יִשָּׂאֶֽנָּה׃ (can survive)
KJV (18:14)
The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity; but a wounded spirit who can bear?
Inspired Version (18:15)
The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
Hebrew (18:15)
לֵ֣ב (The heart) נָ֭בוֹן (of the discerning) יִקְנֶה־ (acquires) דָּ֑עַת (knowledge), וְאֹ֥זֶן (and the ear) חֲ֝כָמִ֗ים (of the wise) תְּבַקֶּשׁ־ (seeks) דָּֽעַת׃ (it out).
KJV (18:15)
The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
Inspired Version (18:16)
A man's gift maketh room for him and bringeth him before great men.
Hebrew (18:16)
מַתָּ֣ן (gift) אָ֭דָם (A man’s) יַרְחִ֣יב (opens doors) ל֑וֹ (for him), וְלִפְנֵ֖י (before) גְדֹלִ֣ים (great men). יַנְחֶֽנּוּ׃ (and brings him)
KJV (18:16)
A man's gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men.
Inspired Version (18:17)
He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; but his neighbor cometh and searcheth him.
Hebrew (18:17)
צַדִּ֣יק (seems right) הָרִאשׁ֣וֹן (The first) בְּרִיב֑וֹ (to state his case) יָבֹא (comes) רֵ֝עֵ֗הוּ (until another) וַחֲקָרֽוֹ׃ (and cross-examines him).
KJV (18:17)
He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; but his neighbor cometh and searcheth him.
Inspired Version (18:18)
The lot causeth contentions to cease and parteth between the mighty.
Hebrew (18:18)
מִ֭דְיָנִים (quarrels) יַשְׁבִּ֣ית (ends) הַגּוֹרָ֑ל (Casting the lot) וּבֵ֖ין (. . .) עֲצוּמִ֣ים (strong opponents). יַפְרִֽיד׃ (and separates)
KJV (18:18)
The lot causeth contentions to cease, and parteth between the mighty.
Inspired Version (18:19)
A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city; and their contentions are like the bars of a castle.
Hebrew (18:19)
אָ֗ח (brother [is harder to win]) נִפְשָׁ֥ע (An offended) מִקִּרְיַת־ (city), עֹ֑ז (than a fortified) וּמְדוֹנִים (and disputes) כִּבְרִ֥יחַ (are like the bars) אַרְמֽוֹן׃ (of a castle).
KJV (18:19)
A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city: and their contentions are like the bars of a castle.
Inspired Version (18:20)
A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; and with the increase of his lips shall he be filled.
Hebrew (18:20)
מִפְּרִ֣י (From the fruit) פִי־ (of his mouth) אִ֭ישׁ (a man’s) תִּשְׂבַּ֣ע (is filled); בִּטְנ֑וֹ (belly) תְּבוּאַ֖ת (with the harvest) שְׂפָתָ֣יו (from his lips) יִשְׂבָּֽע׃ (he is satisfied).
KJV (18:20)
A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; and with the increase of his lips shall he be filled.
Inspired Version (18:21)
Death and life are in the power of the tongue; and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
Hebrew (18:21)
מָ֣וֶת (and death) וְ֭חַיִּים (Life) בְּיַד־ (are in the power) לָשׁ֑וֹן (of the tongue), וְ֝אֹהֲבֶ֗יהָ (and those who love [it]) יֹאכַ֥ל (will eat) פִּרְיָֽהּ׃ (its fruit).
KJV (18:21)
Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
Inspired Version (18:22)
Whoso findeth a good wife hath obtained favor of the Lord.
Hebrew (18:22)
KJV (18:22)
Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favor of the LORD.
Inspired Version (18:23)
The poor useth entreaties; but the rich answereth roughly.
Hebrew (18:23)
תַּחֲנוּנִ֥ים (pleads for mercy) יְדַבֶּר־ (. . .), רָ֑שׁ (The poor man) וְ֝עָשִׁ֗יר (but the rich man) יַעֲנֶ֥ה (answers) עַזּֽוֹת׃ (harshly).
KJV (18:23)
The poor useth entreaties; but the rich answereth roughly.
Inspired Version (18:24)
A man that hath friends must show himself friendly; and there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother.
Hebrew (18:24)
KJV (18:24)
A man that hath friends must show himself friendly: and there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother.
Inspired Version (19:1)
Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity than he that is perverse in his lips and is a fool.
Hebrew (19:1)
טֽוֹב־ (Better) רָ֭שׁ (a poor man) הוֹלֵ֣ךְ (who walks) בְּתֻמּ֑וֹ (with integrity) מֵעִקֵּ֥שׁ (are perverse). שְׂ֝פָתָ֗יו (whose lips) וְה֣וּא (-) כְסִֽיל׃ (than a fool)
KJV (19:1)
Better is the poor that walketh in his integrity, than he that is perverse in his lips, and is a fool.
Inspired Version (19:2)
Also, that the soul be without knowledge, it is not good; and he that hasteth with his feet sinneth.
Hebrew (19:2)
KJV (19:2)
Also, that the soul be without knowledge, it is not good; and he that hasteth with his feet sinneth.
Inspired Version (19:3)
The foolishness of man perverteth his way; and his heart fretteth against the Lord.
Hebrew (19:3)
אִוֶּ֣לֶת (own folly) אָ֭דָם (A man’s) תְּסַלֵּ֣ף (subverts) דַּרְכּ֑וֹ (his way), וְעַל־ (against) יְ֝הוָ֗ה (the LORD). יִזְעַ֥ף (rages) לִבּֽוֹ׃ (yet his heart)
KJV (19:3)
The foolishness of man perverteth his way: and his heart fretteth against the LORD.
Inspired Version (19:4)
Wealth maketh many friends; but the poor is separated from his neighbor.
Hebrew (19:4)
KJV (19:4)
Wealth maketh many friends; but the poor is separated from his neighbor.
Inspired Version (19:5)
A false witness shall not be unpunished; and he that speaketh lies shall not escape.
Hebrew (19:5)
עֵ֣ד (witness) שְׁ֭קָרִים (A false) לֹ֣א (will not) יִנָּקֶ֑ה (go unpunished), וְיָפִ֥יחַ (and one who utters) כְּ֝זָבִ֗ים (lies) לֹ֣א (will not) יִמָּלֵֽט׃ (escape).
KJV (19:5)
A false witness shall not be unpunished, and he that speaketh lies shall not escape.
Inspired Version (19:6)
Many will entreat the favor of the prince; and every man is a friend to him that giveth gifts.
Hebrew (19:6)
KJV (19:6)
Many will entreat the favor of the prince: and every man is a friend to him that giveth gifts.
Inspired Version (19:7)
All the brethren of the poor do hate him. How much more do his friends go far from him? He pursueth them with words, yet they are wanting to him.
Hebrew (19:7)
כָּ֥ל (All) אֲחֵי־ (the brothers) רָ֨שׁ׀ (of a poor man) שְֽׂנֵאֻ֗הוּ (hate him)— אַ֤ף (how much more) כִּ֣י (. . .) מְ֭רֵעֵהוּ (do his friends) רָחֲק֣וּ (avoid) מִמֶּ֑נּוּ (him)! מְרַדֵּ֖ף (He may pursue them) אֲמָרִ֣ים (with pleading), לֹא (are nowhere to be found). הֵֽמָּה׃ (but they)
KJV (19:7)
All the brethren of the poor do hate him: how much more do his friends go far from him? he pursueth them with words, yet they are wanting to him.
Inspired Version (19:8)
He that getteth wisdom loveth his own soul; he that keepeth understanding shall find good.
Hebrew (19:8)
KJV (19:8)
He that getteth wisdom loveth his own soul: he that keepeth understanding shall find good.
Inspired Version (19:9)
A false witness shall not be unpunished; and he that speaketh lies shall perish.
Hebrew (19:9)
עֵ֣ד (witness) שְׁ֭קָרִים (A false) לֹ֣א (will not) יִנָּקֶ֑ה (go unpunished), וְיָפִ֖יחַ (and one who pours out) כְּזָבִ֣ים (lies) יֹאבֵֽד׃פ (will perish).
KJV (19:9)
A false witness shall not be unpunished, and he that speaketh lies shall perish.
Inspired Version (19:10)
Delight is not seemly for a fool, much less for a servant to have rule over princes.
Hebrew (19:10)
לֹֽא־ (vvv) נָאוֶ֣ה (is unseemly) לִכְסִ֣יל (for a fool)— תַּעֲנ֑וּג (Luxury) אַ֝֗ף (how much worse) כִּֽי־ (. . .) לְעֶ֤בֶד׀ (for a slave) מְשֹׁ֬ל (to rule) בְּשָׂרִֽים׃ (over princes)!
KJV (19:10)
Delight is not seemly for a fool; much less for a servant to have rule over princes.
Inspired Version (19:11)
The discretion of a man deferreth his anger; and it is his glory to pass over a transgression.
Hebrew (19:11)
שֵׂ֣כֶל (insight) אָ֭דָם (A man’s) הֶאֱרִ֣יךְ (gives him patience) אַפּ֑וֹ (. . .), וְ֝תִפאַרְתּ֗וֹ (and his virtue) עֲבֹ֣ר (is to overlook) עַל־ (. . .) פָּֽשַׁע׃ (an offense).
KJV (19:11)
The discretion of a man deferreth his anger; and it is his glory to pass over a transgression.
Inspired Version (19:12)
The king's wrath is as the roaring of a lion; but his favor is as dew upon the grass.
Hebrew (19:12)
נַ֣הַם (is like the roar) כַּ֭כְּפִיר (of a lion), זַ֣עַף (rage) מֶ֑לֶךְ (A king’s) וּכְטַ֖ל (is like dew) עַל־ (on) עֵ֣שֶׂב (the grass). רְצוֹנֽוֹ׃ (but his favor)
KJV (19:12)
The king's wrath is as the roaring of a lion; but his favor is as dew upon the grass.
Inspired Version (19:13)
A foolish son is the calamity of his father; and the contentions of a wife are a continual dropping.
Hebrew (19:13)
KJV (19:13)
A foolish son is the calamity of his father: and the contentions of a wife are a continual dropping.
Inspired Version (19:14)
House and riches are the inheritance of fathers; and a prudent wife is from the Lord.
Hebrew (19:14)
בַּ֣יִת (Houses) וָ֭הוֹן (and wealth) נַחֲלַ֣ת (are inherited) אָב֑וֹת (from fathers), וּ֝מֵיְהוָ֗ה ([is] from the LORD). אִשָּׁ֥ה (wife) מַשְׂכָּֽלֶת׃ (but a prudent)
KJV (19:14)
House and riches are the inheritance of fathers: and a prudent wife is from the LORD.
Inspired Version (19:15)
Slothfulness casteth into a deep sleep; and an idle soul shall suffer hunger.
Hebrew (19:15)
KJV (19:15)
Slothfulness casteth into a deep sleep; and an idle soul shall suffer hunger.
Inspired Version (19:16)
He that keepeth the commandment keepeth his own soul; but he that despiseth his ways shall die.
Hebrew (19:16)
KJV (19:16)
He that keepeth the commandment keepeth his own soul; but he that despiseth his ways shall die.
Inspired Version (19:17)
He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the Lord; and that which he hath given will he pay him again.
Hebrew (19:17)
מַלְוֵ֣ה (is a loan) יְ֭הוָה (to the LORD), ח֣וֹנֵֽן (Kindness) דָּ֑ל (to the poor) וּ֝גְמֻל֗וֹ (. . .) יְשַׁלֶּם־ (and He will repay) לֽוֹ׃ ([the lender]).
KJV (19:17)
He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again.
Inspired Version (19:18)
Chasten thy son while there is hope, and let not thy soul spare for his crying.
Hebrew (19:18)
יַסֵּ֣ר (Discipline) בִּ֭נְךָ (your son), כִּי־ (for in that) יֵ֣שׁ (there is) תִּקְוָ֑ה (hope); וְאֶל־ (to) הֲ֝מִית֗וֹ (his death). אַל־ (do not) תִּשָּׂ֥א (be party) נַפְשֶֽׁךָ׃ (. . .)
KJV (19:18)
Chasten thy son while there is hope, and let not thy soul spare for his crying.
Inspired Version (19:19)
A man of great wrath shall suffer punishment; for if thou deliver him, yet thou must do it again.
Hebrew (19:19)
KJV (19:19)
A man of great wrath shall suffer punishment: for if thou deliver him, yet thou must do it again.
Inspired Version (19:20)
Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end.
Hebrew (19:20)
שְׁמַ֣ע (Listen) עֵ֭צָה (to counsel) וְקַבֵּ֣ל (and accept) מוּסָ֑ר (discipline), לְ֝מַ֗עַן (that) תֶּחְכַּ֥ם (you may be wise) בְּאַחֲרִיתֶֽךָ׃ (the rest of your days).
KJV (19:20)
Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end.
Inspired Version (19:21)
There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless, the counsel of the Lord, that shall stand.
Hebrew (19:21)
KJV (19:21)
There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.
Inspired Version (19:22)
The desire of a man is his kindness; and a poor man is better than a liar.
Hebrew (19:22)
KJV (19:22)
The desire of a man is his kindness: and a poor man is better than a liar.
Inspired Version (19:23)
The fear of the Lord tendeth to life; and he that hath it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil.
Hebrew (19:23)
יִרְאַ֣ת (The fear) יְהוָ֣ה (of the LORD) לְחַיִּ֑ים (leads to life), וְשָׂבֵ֥עַ (content), יָ֝לִ֗ין (that one may rest) בַּל־ (without) יִפָּ֥קֶד (visitation) רָֽע׃ (from harm).
KJV (19:23)
The fear of the LORD tendeth to life: and he that hath it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil.
Inspired Version (19:24)
A slothful man hideth his hand in his bosom, and will not so much as bring it to his mouth again.
Hebrew (19:24)
טָ֘מַ֤ן (buries) עָצֵ֣ל (The slacker) יָ֭דוֹ (his hand) בַּצַּלָּ֑חַת (in the dish); גַּם־ (even) אֶל־ (to) פִּ֝֗יהוּ (his mouth). לֹ֣א (he will not) יְשִׁיבֶֽנָּה׃ (bring it back)
KJV (19:24)
A slothful man hideth his hand in his bosom, and will not so much as bring it to his mouth again.
Inspired Version (19:25)
Smite a scorner, and the simple will beware; and reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand knowledge.
Hebrew (19:25)
לֵ֣ץ (a mocker), תַּ֭כֶּה (Strike) וּפֶ֣תִי (and the simple) יַעְרִ֑ם (will beware); וְהוֹכִ֥יחַ (rebuke) לְ֝נָב֗וֹן (the discerning [man]), יָבִ֥ין (and he will gain) דָּֽעַת׃ (knowledge).
KJV (19:25)
Smite a scorner, and the simple will beware: and reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand knowledge.
Inspired Version (19:26)
He that wasteth his father and chaseth away his mother is a son that causeth shame and bringeth reproach.
Hebrew (19:26)
מְֽשַׁדֶּד־ (He who assaults) אָ֭ב (his father) יַבְרִ֣יחַ (or evicts) אֵ֑ם (his mother) בֵּ֝֗ן (is a son) מֵבִ֥ישׁ (who brings shame) וּמַחְפִּֽיר׃ (and disgrace).
KJV (19:26)
He that wasteth his father, and chaseth away his mother, is a son that causeth shame, and bringeth reproach.
Inspired Version (19:27)
Cease, my son, to hear the instruction that causeth to err from the words of knowledge.
Hebrew (19:27)
חַֽדַל־ (If you cease) בְּ֭נִי (my son), לִשְׁמֹ֣עַ (to hear) מוּסָ֑ר (instruction), לִ֝שְׁג֗וֹת (you will stray) מֵֽאִמְרֵי־ (from the words) דָֽעַת׃ (of knowledge).
KJV (19:27)
Cease, my son, to hear the instruction that causeth to err from the words of knowledge.
Inspired Version (19:28)
An ungodly witness scorneth judgment; and the mouth of the wicked devoureth iniquity.
Hebrew (19:28)
עֵ֣ד (witness) בְּ֭לִיַּעַל (A corrupt) יָלִ֣יץ (mocks) מִשְׁפָּ֑ט (justice), וּפִ֥י (mouth) רְ֝שָׁעִ֗ים (and a wicked) יְבַלַּע־ (swallows) אָֽוֶן׃ (iniquity).
KJV (19:28)
An ungodly witness scorneth judgment: and the mouth of the wicked devoureth iniquity.
Inspired Version (19:29)
Judgments are prepared for scorners and stripes for the back of fools.
Hebrew (19:29)
נָכ֣וֹנוּ (are prepared) לַלֵּצִ֣ים (for mockers), שְׁפָטִ֑ים (Judgments) וּ֝מַהֲלֻמ֗וֹת (and beatings) לְגֵ֣ו (for the backs) כְּסִילִֽים׃ (of fools).
KJV (19:29)
Judgments are prepared for scorners, and stripes for the back of fools.
Inspired Version (20:1)
Wine is a mocker; strong drink is raging; and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise.
Hebrew (20:1)
KJV (20:1)
Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging: and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise.
Inspired Version (20:2)
The fear of a king is as the roaring of a lion; whoso provoketh him to anger sinneth against his own soul.
Hebrew (20:2)
נַ֣הַם (is like the roar) כַּ֭כְּפִיר (of a lion); אֵ֣ימַת (The terror) מֶ֑לֶךְ (of a king) מִ֝תְעַבְּר֗וֹ (whoever provokes [him]) חוֹטֵ֥א (forfeits) נַפְשֽׁוֹ׃ (his own life).
KJV (20:2)
The fear of a king is as the roaring of a lion: whoso provoketh him to anger sinneth against his own soul.
Inspired Version (20:3)
It is an honor for a man to cease from strife; but every fool will be meddling.
Hebrew (20:3)
KJV (20:3)
It is an honor for a man to cease from strife: but every fool will be meddling.
Inspired Version (20:4)
The sluggard will not plow by reason of the cold; therefore shall he beg in harvest and have nothing.
Hebrew (20:4)
KJV (20:4)
The sluggard will not plow by reason of the cold; therefore shall he beg in harvest, and have nothing.
Inspired Version (20:5)
Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water, but a man of understanding will draw it out.
Hebrew (20:5)
מַ֣יִם (waters), עֲ֭מֻקִּים (are deep) עֵצָ֣ה (The intentions) בְלֶב־ (heart) אִ֑ישׁ (of a man’s) וְאִ֖ישׁ (but a man) תְּבוּנָ֣ה (of understanding) יִדְלֶֽנָּה׃ (draws them out).
KJV (20:5)
Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water; but a man of understanding will draw it out.
Inspired Version (20:6)
Most men will proclaim every one his own goodness. But a faithful man who can find?
Hebrew (20:6)
KJV (20:6)
Most men will proclaim every one his own goodness: but a faithful man who can find?
Inspired Version (20:7)
The just man walketh in his integrity; his children are blessed after him.
Hebrew (20:7)
מִתְהַלֵּ֣ךְ (walks) בְּתֻמּ֣וֹ (with integrity); צַדִּ֑יק (The righteous man) אַשְׁרֵ֖י (blessed [are]) בָנָ֣יו (his children) אַחֲרָֽיו׃ (after him).
KJV (20:7)
The just man walketh in his integrity: his children are blessed after him.
Inspired Version (20:8)
A king that sitteth in the throne of judgment scattereth away all evil with his eyes.
Hebrew (20:8)
KJV (20:8)
A king that sitteth in the throne of judgment scattereth away all evil with his eyes.
Inspired Version (20:9)
Who can say, I have made my heart clean; I am pure from my sin?
Hebrew (20:9)
מִֽי־ (Who) יֹ֭אמַר (can say), זִכִּ֣יתִי (pure); לִבִּ֑י (I have kept my heart) טָ֝הַ֗רְתִּי (I am cleansed) מֵחַטָּאתִֽי׃ (from my sin)”?
KJV (20:9)
Who can say, I have made my heart clean, I am pure from my sin?
Inspired Version (20:10)
Divers weights and divers measures, both of them are alike abomination to the Lord.
Hebrew (20:10)
אֶ֣בֶן (Differing) וָ֭אֶבֶן (weights) אֵיפָ֣ה (and unequal measures) וְאֵיפָ֑ה (. . .) תּוֹעֲבַ֥ת (are detestable) יְ֝הוָ֗ה (to the LORD) גַּם־ (. . .). שְׁנֵיהֶֽם׃ (both)
KJV (20:10)
Divers weights, and divers measures, both of them are alike abomination to the LORD.
Inspired Version (20:11)
Even a child is known by his doings, whether his work be pure and whether it be right.
Hebrew (20:11)
גַּ֣ם (Even) בְּ֭מַעֲלָלָיו (by his actions)— יִתְנַכֶּר־ (is known) נָ֑עַר (a young man) אִם־ (whether) זַ֖ךְ (is pure) וְאִם־ (. . .) יָשָׁ֣ר (and upright). פָּעֳלֽוֹ׃ (his conduct)
KJV (20:11)
Even a child is known by his doings, whether his work be pure, and whether it be right.
Inspired Version (20:12)
The hearing ear and the seeing eye, the Lord hath made even both of them.
Hebrew (20:12)
KJV (20:12)
The hearing ear, and the seeing eye, the LORD hath made even both of them.
Inspired Version (20:13)
Love not sleep, lest thou come to poverty; open thine eyes, and thou shalt be satisfied with bread.
Hebrew (20:13)
אַל־ (Do not) תֶּֽאֱהַ֣ב (love) שֵׁ֭נָה (sleep), פֶּן־ (or) תִּוָּרֵ֑שׁ (you will grow poor); פְּקַ֖ח (open) עֵינֶ֣יךָ (your eyes), שְֽׂבַֽע־ ([and] you will have plenty) לָֽחֶם׃ (of food).
KJV (20:13)
Love not sleep, lest thou come to poverty; open thine eyes, and thou shalt be satisfied with bread.
Inspired Version (20:14)
It is naught; it is naught, saith the buyer. But when he is gone his way, then he boasteth.
Hebrew (20:14)
רַ֣ע (Worthless), רַ֭ע (worthless)! יֹאמַ֣ר (says) הַקּוֹנֶ֑ה (the buyer), וְאֹזֵ֥ל (but on the way out) ל֝֗וֹ (), אָ֣ז (-) יִתְהַלָּֽל׃ (he gloats).
KJV (20:14)
It is naught, it is naught, saith the buyer: but when he is gone his way, then he boasteth.
Inspired Version (20:15)
There is gold and a multitude of rubies; but the lips of knowledge are a precious jewel.
Hebrew (20:15)
KJV (20:15)
There is gold, and a multitude of rubies: but the lips of knowledge are a precious jewel.
Inspired Version (20:16)
Take his garment that is surety for a stranger; and take a pledge of him for a strange woman.
Hebrew (20:16)
KJV (20:16)
Take his garment that is surety for a stranger: and take a pledge of him for a strange woman.
Inspired Version (20:17)
Bread of deceit is sweet to a man; but afterwards his mouth shall be filled with gravel.
Hebrew (20:17)
KJV (20:17)
Bread of deceit is sweet to a man; but afterwards his mouth shall be filled with gravel.
Inspired Version (20:18)
Every purpose is established by counsel; and with good advice make war.
Hebrew (20:18)
מַ֭חֲשָׁבוֹת (plans) בְּעֵצָ֣ה (by consultation), תִכּ֑וֹן (Set) וּ֝בְתַחְבֻּל֗וֹת (under sound guidance). עֲשֵׂ֣ה (and wage) מִלְחָמָֽה׃ (war)
KJV (20:18)
Every purpose is established by counsel: and with good advice make war.
Inspired Version (20:19)
He that goeth about as a talebearer revealeth secrets; therefore, meddle not with him that flattereth with his lips.
Hebrew (20:19)
גּֽוֹלֶה־ (He who reveals) סּ֭וֹד (secrets) הוֹלֵ֣ךְ (is a constant) רָכִ֑יל (gossip); וּלְפֹתֶ֥ה (the one who babbles) שְׂ֝פָתָ֗יו (with his lips). לֹ֣א (vvv) תִתְעָרָֽב׃ (avoid)
KJV (20:19)
He that goeth about as a talebearer revealeth secrets: therefore meddle not with him that flattereth with his lips.
Inspired Version (20:20)
Whoso curseth his father or his mother, his lamp shall be put out in obscure darkness.
Hebrew (20:20)
מְ֭קַלֵּל (Whoever curses) אָבִ֣יו (his father) וְאִמּ֑וֹ (or mother), יִֽדְעַ֥ךְ (will be extinguished) נֵ֝ר֗וֹ (his lamp) בְּאִישׁוֹן (in deepest) חֹֽשֶׁךְ׃ (darkness).
KJV (20:20)
Whoso curseth his father or his mother, his lamp shall be put out in obscure darkness.
Inspired Version (20:21)
An inheritance may be gotten hastily at the beginning; but the end thereof shall not be blessed.
Hebrew (20:21)
נַ֭חֲלָה (An inheritance) מְבֻחֶלֶת (gained) בָּרִאשֹׁנָ֑ה (quickly) וְ֝אַחֲרִיתָ֗הּ (in the end). לֹ֣א (will not) תְבֹרָֽךְ׃ (be blessed)
KJV (20:21)
An inheritance may be gotten hastily at the beginning; but the end thereof shall not be blessed.
Inspired Version (20:22)
Say not thou, I will recompense evil. But wait on the Lord, and he shall save thee.
Hebrew (20:22)
אַל־ (Do not) תֹּאמַ֥ר (say), אֲשַׁלְּמָה־ (I will avenge) רָ֑ע (this evil)! קַוֵּ֥ה (Wait) לַֽ֝יהוָ֗ה (on the LORD), וְיֹ֣שַֽׁע (and He will save) לָֽךְ׃ (you).
KJV (20:22)
Say not thou, I will recompense evil; but wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
Inspired Version (20:23)
Divers weights are an abomination unto the Lord; and a false balance is not good.
Hebrew (20:23)
תּוֹעֲבַ֣ת (are detestable) יְ֭הוָה (to the LORD), אֶ֣בֶן (Unequal weights) וָאָ֑בֶן (. . .) וּמֹאזְנֵ֖י (scales) מִרְמָ֣ה (and dishonest) לֹא־ (are no) טֽוֹב׃ (good).
KJV (20:23)
Divers weights are an abomination unto the LORD; and a false balance is not good.
Inspired Version (20:24)
Man's goings are of the Lord. How can a man then understand his own way?
Hebrew (20:24)
מֵיהוָ֥ה ([are] from the LORD), מִצְעֲדֵי־ (steps) גָ֑בֶר (A man’s) וְ֝אָדָ֗ם (can anyone) מַה־ (so how) יָּבִ֥ין (understand) דַּרְכּֽוֹ׃ (his own way)?
KJV (20:24)
Man's goings are of the LORD; how can a man then understand his own way?
Inspired Version (20:25)
It is a snare to the man who devoureth that which is holy and after vows to make inquiry.
Hebrew (20:25)
KJV (20:25)
It is a snare to the man who devoureth that which is holy, and after vows to make inquiry.
Inspired Version (20:26)
A wise king scattereth the wicked and bringeth the wheel over them.
Hebrew (20:26)
מְזָרֶ֣ה (separates out) רְ֭שָׁעִים (the wicked) מֶ֣לֶךְ (king) חָכָ֑ם (A wise) וַיָּ֖שֶׁב (and drives) עֲלֵיהֶ֣ם (over them). אוֹפָֽן׃ (the threshing wheel)
KJV (20:26)
A wise king scattereth the wicked, and bringeth the wheel over them.
Inspired Version (20:27)
The spirit of man is the candle of the Lord, searching all the inward parts of the belly.
Hebrew (20:27)
KJV (20:27)
The spirit of man is the candle of the LORD, searching all the inward parts of the belly.
Inspired Version (20:28)
Mercy and truth preserve the king; and his throne is upholden by mercy.
Hebrew (20:28)
KJV (20:28)
Mercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy.
Inspired Version (20:29)
The glory of young men is their strength; and the beauty of old men is the gray head.
Hebrew (20:29)
תִּפְאֶ֣רֶת (The glory) בַּחוּרִ֣ים (of young men) כֹּחָ֑ם (is their strength), וַהֲדַ֖ר (is the splendor) זְקֵנִ֣ים (of the old). שֵׂיבָֽה׃ (and gray hair)
KJV (20:29)
The glory of young men is their strength: and the beauty of old men is the gray head.
Inspired Version (20:30)
The blueness of a wound cleanseth away evil; so do stripes the inward parts of the belly.
Hebrew (20:30)
חַבֻּר֣וֹת (Lashes) פֶּ֭צַע (and wounds) תַּמְרִיק (scour) בְּרָ֑ע (evil), וּ֝מַכּ֗וֹת (and beatings) חַדְרֵי־ (cleanse the inmost parts) בָֽטֶן׃ (. . .).
KJV (20:30)
The blueness of a wound cleanseth away evil: so do stripes the inward parts of the belly.
Inspired Version (21:1)
The king's heart is in the hand of the Lord; as the rivers of water, he turneth it whithersoever he will.
Hebrew (21:1)
KJV (21:1)
The king's heart is in the hand of the LORD, as the rivers of water: he turneth it whithersoever he will.
Inspired Version (21:2)
Every way of a man is right in his own eyes; but the Lord pondereth the hearts.
Hebrew (21:2)
KJV (21:2)
Every way of a man is right in his own eyes: but the LORD pondereth the hearts.
Inspired Version (21:3)
To do justice and judgment is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.
Hebrew (21:3)
עֲ֭שֹׂה (To do) צְדָקָ֣ה (righteousness) וּמִשְׁפָּ֑ט (and justice) נִבְחָ֖ר (is more desirable) לַיהוָ֣ה (to the LORD) מִזָּֽבַח׃ (than sacrifice).
KJV (21:3)
To do justice and judgment is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice.
Inspired Version (21:4)
A high look, and a proud heart, and the plowing of the wicked is sin.
Hebrew (21:4)
KJV (21:4)
A high look, and a proud heart, and the plowing of the wicked, is sin.
Inspired Version (21:5)
The thoughts of the diligent tend only to plenteousness; but of every one that is hasty only to want.
Hebrew (21:5)
מַחְשְׁב֣וֹת (The plans) חָ֭רוּץ (of the diligent) אַךְ־ (-) לְמוֹתָ֑ר (bring plenty), וְכָל־ () אָ֝֗ץ (as haste [leads]) אַךְ־ (as surely) לְמַחְסֽוֹר׃ (to poverty).
KJV (21:5)
The thoughts of the diligent tend only to plenteousness; but of every one that is hasty only to want.
Inspired Version (21:6)
The getting of treasures by a lying tongue is a vanity tossed to and fro of them that seek death.
Hebrew (21:6)
פֹּ֣עַל (Making) א֭וֹצָרוֹת (a fortune) בִּלְשׁ֣וֹן (tongue) שָׁ֑קֶר (by a lying) הֶ֥בֶל (mist), נִ֝דָּ֗ף (is a vanishing) מְבַקְשֵׁי־ (pursuit). מָֽוֶת׃ (a deadly)
KJV (21:6)
The getting of treasures by a lying tongue is a vanity tossed to and fro of them that seek death.
Inspired Version (21:7)
The robbery of the wicked shall destroy them because they refuse to do judgment.
Hebrew (21:7)
שֹׁד־ (The violence) רְשָׁעִ֥ים (of the wicked) יְגוֹרֵ֑ם (will sweep them away) כִּ֥י (because) מֵ֝אֲנ֗וּ (they refuse) לַעֲשׂ֥וֹת (to do) מִשְׁפָּֽט׃ (what is just).
KJV (21:7)
The robbery of the wicked shall destroy them; because they refuse to do judgment.
Inspired Version (21:8)
The way of man is froward and strange; but as for the pure, his work is right.
Hebrew (21:8)
הֲפַכְפַּ֬ךְ (is crooked), דֶּ֣רֶךְ (The way) אִ֣ישׁ (man) וָזָ֑ר (of a guilty) וְ֝זַ֗ךְ (of the innocent) יָשָׁ֥ר (is upright). פָּעֳלֽוֹ׃ (but the conduct)
KJV (21:8)
The way of man is froward and strange: but as for the pure, his work is right.
Inspired Version (21:9)
It is better to dwell in a corner of the housetop than with a brawling woman in a wide house.
Hebrew (21:9)
KJV (21:9)
It is better to dwell in a corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman in a wide house.
Inspired Version (21:10)
The soul of the wicked desireth evil; his neighbor findeth no favor in his eyes.
Hebrew (21:10)
KJV (21:10)
The soul of the wicked desireth evil: his neighbor findeth no favour in his eyes.
Inspired Version (21:11)
When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise; and when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge.
Hebrew (21:11)
בַּעְנָשׁ־ (is punished), לֵ֭ץ (When a mocker) יֶחְכַּם־ (gain wisdom); פֶּ֑תִי (the simple) וּבְהַשְׂכִּ֥יל (is instructed), לְ֝חָכָ֗ם (and when a wise man) יִקַּח־ (he acquires) דָּֽעַת׃ (knowledge).
KJV (21:11)
When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise: and when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge.
Inspired Version (21:12)
The righteous man wisely considereth the house of the wicked; but God overthroweth the wicked for their wickedness.
Hebrew (21:12)
מַשְׂכִּ֣יל (considers) צַ֭דִּיק (The Righteous One) לְבֵ֣ית (the house) רָשָׁ֑ע (of the wicked) מְסַלֵּ֖ף ([and] brings) רְשָׁעִ֣ים (the wicked) לָרָֽע׃ (to ruin).
KJV (21:12)
The righteous man wisely considereth the house of the wicked: but God overthroweth the wicked for their wickedness.
Inspired Version (21:13)
Whoso stoppeth his ears at the cry of the poor, he also shall cry himself, but shall not be heard.
Hebrew (21:13)
KJV (21:13)
Whoso stoppeth his ears at the cry of the poor, he also shall cry himself, but shall not be heard.
Inspired Version (21:14)
A gift in secret pacifieth anger; and a reward in the bosom, strong wrath.
Hebrew (21:14)
KJV (21:14)
A gift in secret pacifieth anger: and a reward in the bosom strong wrath.
Inspired Version (21:15)
It is joy to the just to do judgment; but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity.
Hebrew (21:15)
שִׂמְחָ֣ה (is a joy) לַ֭צַּדִּיק (to the righteous), עֲשׂ֣וֹת (executed) מִשְׁפָּ֑ט (Justice) וּ֝מְחִתָּ֗ה (but a terror) לְפֹ֣עֲלֵי (to the workers) אָֽוֶן׃ (of iniquity).
KJV (21:15)
It is joy to the just to do judgment: but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity.
Inspired Version (21:16)
The man that wandereth out of the way of understanding shall remain in the congregation of the dead.
Hebrew (21:16)
אָדָ֗ם (The man) תּ֭וֹעֶה (who strays) מִדֶּ֣רֶךְ (from the path) הַשְׂכֵּ֑ל (of understanding) בִּקְהַ֖ל (in the assembly) רְפָאִ֣ים (of the dead). יָנֽוּחַ׃ (will rest)
KJV (21:16)
The man that wandereth out of the way of understanding shall remain in the congregation of the dead.
Inspired Version (21:17)
He that loveth pleasure shall be a poor man; he that loveth wine and oil shall not be rich.
Hebrew (21:17)
אִ֣ישׁ (. . .); מַ֭חְסוֹר (will become poor) אֹהֵ֣ב (He who loves) שִׂמְחָ֑ה (pleasure) אֹהֵ֥ב (the one who loves) יַֽיִן־ (wine) וָ֝שֶׁ֗מֶן (and oil) לֹ֣א (will never) יַעֲשִֽׁיר׃ (be rich).
KJV (21:17)
He that loveth pleasure shall be a poor man: he that loveth wine and oil shall not be rich.
Inspired Version (21:18)
The wicked shall be a ransom for the righteous, and the transgressor for the upright.
Hebrew (21:18)
כֹּ֣פֶר ([become] a ransom) לַצַּדִּ֣יק (for the righteous), רָשָׁ֑ע (The wicked) וְתַ֖חַת (for) יְשָׁרִ֣ים (the upright). בּוֹגֵֽד׃ (and the faithless)
KJV (21:18)
The wicked shall be a ransom for the righteous, and the transgressor for the upright.
Inspired Version (21:19)
It is better to dwell in the wilderness than with a contentious and an angry woman.
Hebrew (21:19)
KJV (21:19)
It is better to dwell in the wilderness, than with a contentious and an angry woman.
Inspired Version (21:20)
There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spendeth it up.
Hebrew (21:20)
KJV (21:20)
There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spendeth it up.
Inspired Version (21:21)
He that followeth after righteousness and mercy findeth life, righteousness, and honor.
Hebrew (21:21)
KJV (21:21)
He that followeth after righteousness and mercy findeth life, righteousness, and honor.
Inspired Version (21:22)
A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
Hebrew (21:22)
עִ֣יר (the city) גִּ֭בֹּרִים (of the mighty) עָלָ֣ה (scales) חָכָ֑ם (A wise [man]) וַ֝יֹּ֗רֶד (and pulls down) עֹ֣ז (the stronghold) מִבְטֶחָֽה׃ (in which they trust).
KJV (21:22)
A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and casteth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
Inspired Version (21:23)
Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue, keepeth his soul from troubles.
Hebrew (21:23)
שֹׁמֵ֣ר (He who guards) פִּ֭יו (his mouth) וּלְשׁוֹנ֑וֹ (and tongue) שֹׁמֵ֖ר (keeps) מִצָּר֣וֹת (from distress). נַפְשֽׁוֹ׃ (his soul)
KJV (21:23)
Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.
Inspired Version (21:24)
Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who dealeth in proud wrath.
Hebrew (21:24)
KJV (21:24)
Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who dealeth in proud wrath.
Inspired Version (21:25)
The desire of the slothful killeth him, for his hands refuse to labor.
Hebrew (21:25)
תַּאֲוַ֣ת (The craving) עָצֵ֣ל (of the slacker) תְּמִיתֶ֑נּוּ (kills him) כִּֽי־ (because) מֵאֲנ֖וּ (refuse) יָדָ֣יו (his hands) לַעֲשֽׂוֹת׃ (to work).
KJV (21:25)
The desire of the slothful killeth him; for his hands refuse to labor.
Inspired Version (21:26)
He coveteth greedily all the day long; but the righteous giveth and spareth not.
Hebrew (21:26)
כָּל־ (All) הַ֭יּוֹם (day long) הִתְאַוָּ֣ה (he covets) תַאֲוָ֑ה (more), וְצַדִּ֥יק (but the righteous) יִ֝תֵּ֗ן (give) וְלֹ֣א (without) יַחְשֹֽׂךְ׃ (restraint).
KJV (21:26)
He coveteth greedily all the day long: but the righteous giveth and spareth not.
Inspired Version (21:27)
The sacrifice of the wicked is abomination; how much more when he bringeth it with a wicked mind.
Hebrew (21:27)
זֶ֣בַח (The sacrifice) רְ֭שָׁעִים (of the wicked) תּוֹעֵבָ֑ה (is detestable)— אַ֝֗ף (how much more so) כִּֽי־ (when) בְזִמָּ֥ה (with ill intent)! יְבִיאֶֽנּוּ׃ (brought)
KJV (21:27)
The sacrifice of the wicked is abomination: how much more, when he bringeth it with a wicked mind?
Inspired Version (21:28)
A false witness shall perish; but the man that heareth speaketh constantly.
Hebrew (21:28)
עֵד־ (witness) כְּזָבִ֥ים (A lying) יֹאבֵ֑ד (will perish), וְאִ֥ישׁ (but the man) שׁוֹמֵעַ (who listens [to truth]) לָנֶ֥צַח (forever). יְדַבֵּֽר׃ (will speak)
KJV (21:28)
A false witness shall perish: but the man that heareth speaketh constantly.
Inspired Version (21:29)
A wicked man hardeneth his face; but as for the upright, he directeth his way.
Hebrew (21:29)
הֵעֵ֬ז (hardens) אִ֣ישׁ (man) רָשָׁ֣ע (A wicked) בְּפָנָ֑יו (his face), וְ֝יָשָׁ֗ר (but the upright [man]) ה֤וּא׀ (. . .) יָכִין (makes) דְּרָכָיו׃ (his way {sure}).
KJV (21:29)
A wicked man hardeneth his face: but as for the upright, he directeth his way.
Inspired Version (21:30)
There is no wisdom, nor understanding, nor counsel against the Lord.
Hebrew (21:30)
KJV (21:30)
There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.
Inspired Version (21:31)
The horse is prepared against the day of battle; but safety is of the Lord.
Hebrew (21:31)
ס֗וּס (A horse) מ֭וּכָן (is prepared) לְי֣וֹם (for the day) מִלְחָמָ֑ה (of battle), וְ֝לַֽיהוָ֗ה ([is] of the LORD). הַתְּשׁוּעָֽה׃ (but victory)
KJV (21:31)
The horse is prepared against the day of battle: but safety is of the LORD.
Inspired Version (22:1)
A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favor rather than silver and gold.
Hebrew (22:1)
KJV (22:1)
A GOOD name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favor rather than silver and gold.
Inspired Version (22:2)
The rich and poor meet together; the Lord is the maker of them all.
Hebrew (22:2)
KJV (22:2)
The rich and poor meet together: the LORD is the maker of them all.
Inspired Version (22:3)
A prudent man foreseeth the evil and hideth himself; but the simple pass on and are punished.
Hebrew (22:3)
עָר֤וּם׀ (The prudent) רָאָ֣ה (see) רָעָ֣ה (danger) וְיִסָּתֵר (and take cover), וּ֝פְתָיִ֗ים (but the simple) עָבְר֥וּ (keep going) וְֽנֶעֱנָֽשׁוּ׃ (and suffer the consequences).
KJV (22:3)
A prudent man foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself: but the simple pass on, and are punished.
Inspired Version (22:4)
By humility and the fear of the Lord are riches, and honor, and life.
Hebrew (22:4)
KJV (22:4)
By humility and the fear of the LORD are riches, and honor, and life.
Inspired Version (22:5)
Thorns and snares are in the way of the froward; he that doth keep his soul shall be far from them.
Hebrew (22:5)
צִנִּ֣ים (Thorns) פַּ֭חִים (and snares) בְּדֶ֣רֶךְ ([lie] on the path) עִקֵּ֑שׁ (of the perverse); שׁוֹמֵ֥ר (he who guards) נַ֝פְשׁ֗וֹ (his soul) יִרְחַ֥ק (stays far) מֵהֶֽם׃ (from them).
KJV (22:5)
Thorns and snares are in the way of the froward: he that doth keep his soul shall be far from them.
Inspired Version (22:6)
Train up a child in the way he should go; and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
Hebrew (22:6)
KJV (22:6)
Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
Inspired Version (22:7)
The rich ruleth over the poor, and the borrower is servant to the lender.
Hebrew (22:7)
עָ֭שִׁיר (The rich) בְּרָשִׁ֣ים (over the poor), יִמְשׁ֑וֹל (rule) וְעֶ֥בֶד (is slave) לֹ֝וֶ֗ה (and the borrower) לְאִ֣ישׁ (. . .) מַלְוֶֽה׃ (to the lender).
KJV (22:7)
The rich ruleth over the poor, and the borrower is servant to the lender.
Inspired Version (22:8)
He that soweth iniquity shall reap vanity; and the rod of his anger shall fail.
Hebrew (22:8)
KJV (22:8)
He that soweth iniquity shall reap vanity: and the rod of his anger shall fail.
Inspired Version (22:9)
He that hath a bountiful eye shall be blessed, for he giveth of his bread to the poor.
Hebrew (22:9)
KJV (22:9)
He that hath a bountiful eye shall be blessed; for he giveth of his bread to the poor.
Inspired Version (22:10)
Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yea, strife and reproach shall cease.
Hebrew (22:10)
גָּ֣רֵֽשׁ (Drive out) לֵ֭ץ (the mocker), וְיֵצֵ֣א (will depart); מָד֑וֹן (and conflict) וְ֝יִשְׁבֹּ֗ת (will cease). דִּ֣ין (even quarreling) וְקָלֽוֹן׃ (and insults)
KJV (22:10)
Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yea, strife and reproach shall cease.
Inspired Version (22:11)
He that loveth pureness of heart, for the grace of his lips, the king shall be his friend.
Hebrew (22:11)
KJV (22:11)
He that loveth pureness of heart, for the grace of his lips the king shall be his friend.
Inspired Version (22:12)
For the eyes of the Lord preserve knowledge; but he overthroweth the words of the transgressor.
Hebrew (22:12)
KJV (22:12)
The eyes of the LORD preserve knowledge, and he overthroweth the words of the transgressor.
Inspired Version (22:13)
The slothful man saith, There is a lion without; I shall be slain in the streets.
Hebrew (22:13)
אָמַ֣ר (says), עָ֭צֵל (The slacker) אֲרִ֣י ([There is] a lion) בַח֑וּץ (outside)! בְּת֥וֹךְ (in) רְ֝חֹב֗וֹת (the streets)! אֵֽרָצֵֽחַ׃ (I will be slain)
KJV (22:13)
The slothful man saith, There is a lion without, I shall be slain in the streets.
Inspired Version (22:14)
The mouth of strange women is a deep pit; he that is abhorred of the Lord shall fall therein.
Hebrew (22:14)
KJV (22:14)
The mouth of strange women is a deep pit: he that is abhorred of the LORD shall fall therein.
Inspired Version (22:15)
Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.
Hebrew (22:15)
אִ֭וֶּלֶת (Foolishness) קְשׁוּרָ֣ה ([is] bound up) בְלֶב־ (in the heart) נָ֑עַר (of a child), שֵׁ֥בֶט ([but] the rod) מ֝וּסָ֗ר (of discipline) יַרְחִיקֶ֥נָּה (drives it far) מִמֶּֽנּוּ׃ (from him).
KJV (22:15)
Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.
Inspired Version (22:16)
He that oppresseth the poor to increase his riches and he that giveth to the rich shall surely come to want.
Hebrew (22:16)
עֹ֣שֵֽׁק (Oppressing) דָּ֭ל (the poor) לְהַרְבּ֣וֹת (to enrich) ל֑וֹ (oneself) נֹתֵ֥ן (or giving gifts) לְ֝עָשִׁ֗יר (to the rich) אַךְ־ ([will] surely lead) לְמַחְסֽוֹר׃ (to poverty).
KJV (22:16)
He that oppresseth the poor to increase his riches, and he that giveth to the rich, shall surely come to want.
Inspired Version (22:17)
Bow down thine ear, and hear the words of the wise, and apply thine heart unto my knowledge.
Hebrew (22:17)
הַ֥ט (Incline) אָזְנְךָ֗ (your ear) וּ֭שְׁמַע (and hear) דִּבְרֵ֣י (the words) חֲכָמִ֑ים (of the wise)— וְ֝לִבְּךָ֗ (your mind) תָּשִׁ֥ית (apply) לְדַעְתִּֽי׃ (to my knowledge)—
KJV (22:17)
Bow down thine ear, and hear the words of the wise, and apply thine heart unto my knowledge.
Inspired Version (22:18)
For it is a pleasant thing if thou keep them within thee; they shall withal be fitted in thy lips.
Hebrew (22:18)
כִּֽי־ (for) נָ֭עִים (it is pleasing) כִּֽי־ (when) תִשְׁמְרֵ֣ם (you keep them) בְּבִטְנֶ֑ךָ (within you) יִכֹּ֥נוּ (. . .) יַ֝חְדָּ֗ו (and they are constantly) עַל־ (on) שְׂפָתֶֽיךָ׃ (your lips).
KJV (22:18)
For it is a pleasant thing if thou keep them within thee; they shall withal be fitted in thy lips.
Inspired Version (22:19)
That thy trust may be in the Lord, I have made known to thee this day, even to thee.
Hebrew (22:19)
לִהְי֣וֹת (may be) בַּ֭יהוָה (in the LORD), מִבְטַחֶ֑ךָ (So that your trust) הוֹדַעְתִּ֖יךָ (I instruct you) הַיּ֣וֹם (today)— אַף־ (yes), אָֽתָּה׃ (you).
KJV (22:19)
That thy trust may be in the LORD, I have made known to thee this day, even to thee.
Inspired Version (22:20)
Have not I written to thee excellent things in counsels and knowledge,
Hebrew (22:20)
הֲלֹ֤א (Have I not) כָתַ֣בְתִּי (written) לְ֭ךָ (for you) שִׁלְשׁוֹם (thirty sayings) בְּמ֖וֹעֵצֹ֣ת (about counsel) וָדָֽעַת׃ (and knowledge),
KJV (22:20)
Have not I written to thee excellent things in counsels and knowledge,
Inspired Version (22:21)
That I might make thee know the certainty of the words of truth, that thou mightest answer the words of truth to them that send unto thee?
Hebrew (22:21)
לְהוֹדִֽיעֲךָ֗ (to show you) קֹ֭שְׁטְ (true) אִמְרֵ֣י (words), אֱמֶ֑ת (and reliable) לְהָשִׁ֥יב (that you may) אֲמָרִ֥ים (answer) אֱ֝מֶ֗ת (soundly) לְשֹׁלְחֶֽיךָ׃פ (those who sent you)?
KJV (22:21)
That I might make thee know the certainty of the words of truth; that thou mightest answer the words of truth to them that send unto thee?
Inspired Version (22:22)
Rob not the poor because he is poor; neither oppress the afflicted in the gate,
Hebrew (22:22)
אַֽל־ (Do not) תִּגְזָל־ (rob) דָּ֭ל (a poor) כִּ֣י (man because) דַל־ (is poor), ה֑וּא (he) וְאַל־ (and do not) תְּדַכֵּ֖א (crush) עָנִ֣י (the afflicted) בַשָּֽׁעַר׃ (at the gate),
KJV (22:22)
Rob not the poor, because he is poor: neither oppress the afflicted in the gate:
Inspired Version (22:23)
For the Lord will plead their cause and spoil the soul of those that spoiled them.
Hebrew (22:23)
KJV (22:23)
For the LORD will plead their cause, and spoil the soul of those that spoiled them.
Inspired Version (22:24)
Make no friendship with an angry man; and with a furious man thou shalt not go,
Hebrew (22:24)
KJV (22:24)
Make no friendship with an angry man; and with a furious man thou shalt not go:
Inspired Version (22:25)
Lest thou learn his ways and get a snare to thy soul.
Hebrew (22:25)
פֶּן־ (or) תֶּאֱלַ֥ף (you may learn) אָרְחָתוֹ (his ways) וְלָקַחְתָּ֖ (and entangle) מוֹקֵ֣שׁ (in a snare). לְנַפְשֶֽׁךָ׃ (yourself)
KJV (22:25)
Lest thou learn his ways, and get a snare to thy soul.
Inspired Version (22:26)
Be not thou one of them that strike hands or of them that are sureties for debts.
Hebrew (22:26)
אַל־ (Do not) תְּהִ֥י (be) בְתֹֽקְעֵי־ (one who gives pledges) כָ֑ף (. . .), בַּ֝עֹרְבִ֗ים (who puts up security) מַשָּׁאֽוֹת׃ (for debts).
KJV (22:26)
Be not thou one of them that strike hands, or of them that are sureties for debts.
Inspired Version (22:27)
If thou hast nothing to pay, why should he take away thy bed from under thee?
Hebrew (22:27)
אִם־ (If) אֵֽין־ (you have nothing) לְךָ֥ (with which) לְשַׁלֵּ֑ם (to pay), לָ֥מָּה (why) יִקַּ֥ח (be taken) מִ֝שְׁכָּבְךָ֗ (should your bed) מִתַּחְתֶּֽיךָ׃ (from under you)?
KJV (22:27)
If thou hast nothing to pay, why should he take away thy bed from under thee?
Inspired Version (22:28)
Remove not the ancient landmark which thy fathers have set.
Hebrew (22:28)
KJV (22:28)
Remove not the ancient landmark, which thy fathers have set.
Inspired Version (22:29)
Seest thou a man diligent in his business? He shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men.
Hebrew (22:29)
חָזִ֡יתָ (Do you see) אִ֤ישׁ׀ (a man) מָ֘הִ֤יר (skilled) בִּמְלַאכְתּ֗וֹ (in his work)? לִֽפְנֵֽי־ (in the presence) מְלָכִ֥ים (of kings); יִתְיַצָּ֑ב (He will be stationed) בַּל־ (he will not) יִ֝תְיַצֵּב (stand) לִפְנֵ֥י (before) חֲשֻׁכִּֽים׃פ (obscure men).
KJV (22:29)
Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men.
Inspired Version (23:1)
When thou sittest to eat with a ruler, consider diligently what is before thee;
Hebrew (23:1)
KJV (23:1)
When thou sittest to eat with a ruler, consider diligently what is before thee:
Inspired Version (23:2)
And put a knife to thy throat if thou be a man given to appetite.
Hebrew (23:2)
וְשַׂמְתָּ֣ (and put) שַׂכִּ֣ין (a knife) בְּלֹעֶ֑ךָ (to your throat) אִם־ (if) בַּ֖עַל (possess) נֶ֣פֶשׁ (a [great] appetite). אָֽתָּה׃ (you)
KJV (23:2)
And put a knife to thy throat, if thou be a man given to appetite.
Inspired Version (23:3)
Be not desirous of his dainties; for they are deceitful meat.
Hebrew (23:3)
אַל־ (Do not) תִּ֭תְאָו (crave) לְמַטְעַמּוֹתָ֑יו (his delicacies), וְ֝ה֗וּא (for that) לֶ֣חֶם (food) כְּזָבִֽים׃ (is deceptive).
KJV (23:3)
Be not desirous of his dainties: for they are deceitful meat.
Inspired Version (23:4)
Labor not to be rich; cease from thine own wisdom.
Hebrew (23:4)
אַל־ (Do not) תִּיגַ֥ע (wear yourself out) לְֽהַעֲשִׁ֑יר (to get rich); מִֽבִּינָתְךָ֥ (be wise enough) חֲדָֽל׃ (to restrain yourself).
KJV (23:4)
Labor not to be rich: cease from thine own wisdom.
Inspired Version (23:5)
Wilt thou set thine eyes upon that which is not? For riches certainly make themselves wings; they fly away as an eagle toward heaven.
Hebrew (23:5)
הֲתָעוּף (When you glance) עֵינֶ֥יךָ (. . .) בּ֗וֹ ([at wealth]), וְֽאֵ֫ינֶ֥נּוּ (it disappears), כִּ֤י (for) עָשֹׂ֣ה (it makes) יַעֲשֶׂה־ (. . .) לּ֣וֹ () כְנָפַ֑יִם (wings for itself) כְּ֝נֶ֗שֶׁר (like an eagle) וְעָיֵף (and flies) הַשָּׁמָֽיִם׃פ (to the sky).
KJV (23:5)
Wilt thou set thine eyes upon that which is not? for riches certainly make themselves wings; they fly away as an eagle toward heaven.
Inspired Version (23:6)
Eat thou not the bread of him that hath an evil eye; neither desire thou his dainty meats;
Hebrew (23:6)
KJV (23:6)
Eat thou not the bread of him that hath an evil eye, neither desire thou his dainty meats:
Inspired Version (23:7)
For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he. Eat and drink, saith he to thee; but his heart is not with thee.
Hebrew (23:7)
KJV (23:7)
For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he: Eat and drink, saith he to thee; but his heart is not with thee.
Inspired Version (23:8)
The morsel which thou hast eaten shalt thou vomit up and lose thy sweet words.
Hebrew (23:8)
פִּֽתְּךָ־ (what little) אָכַ֥לְתָּ (you have eaten) תְקִיאֶ֑נָּה (You will vomit up) וְ֝שִׁחַ֗תָּ (and waste) דְּבָרֶ֥יךָ (words). הַנְּעִימִֽים׃ (your pleasant)
KJV (23:8)
The morsel which thou hast eaten shalt thou vomit up, and lose thy sweet words.
Inspired Version (23:9)
Speak not in the ears of a fool; for he will despise the wisdom of thy words.
Hebrew (23:9)
בְּאָזְנֵ֣י (-) כְ֭סִיל (to a fool), אַל־ (Do not) תְּדַבֵּ֑ר (speak) כִּֽי־ (for) יָ֝ב֗וּז (he will despise) לְשֵׂ֣כֶל (the wisdom) מִלֶּֽיךָ׃ (of your words).
KJV (23:9)
Speak not in the ears of a fool: for he will despise the wisdom of thy words.
Inspired Version (23:10)
Remove not the old landmark; and enter not into the fields of the fatherless,
Hebrew (23:10)
אַל־ (Do not) תַּ֭סֵּג (move) גְּב֣וּל (boundary stone) עוֹלָ֑ם (an ancient) וּבִשְׂדֵ֥י (on the fields) יְ֝תוֹמִ֗ים (of the fatherless), אַל־ ([or]) תָּבֹֽא׃ (encroach)
KJV (23:10)
Remove not the old landmark; and enter not into the fields of the fatherless:
Inspired Version (23:11)
For their Redeemer is mighty; he shall plead their cause with thee.
Hebrew (23:11)
KJV (23:11)
For their redeemer is mighty; he shall plead their cause with thee.
Inspired Version (23:12)
Apply thine heart unto instruction and thine ears to the words of knowledge.
Hebrew (23:12)
הָבִ֣יאָה (Apply) לַמּוּסָ֣ר (to instruction) לִבֶּ֑ךָ (your heart) וְ֝אָזְנֶ֗ךָ (and your ears) לְאִמְרֵי־ (to words) דָֽעַת׃ (of knowledge).
KJV (23:12)
Apply thine heart unto instruction, and thine ears to the words of knowledge.
Inspired Version (23:13)
Withhold not correction from the child; for if thou beatest him with the rod, he shall not die.
Hebrew (23:13)
אַל־ (Do not) תִּמְנַ֣ע (withhold) מִנַּ֣עַר (from a child); מוּסָ֑ר (discipline) כִּֽי־ (although) תַכֶּ֥נּוּ (you strike him) בַ֝שֵּׁ֗בֶט (with a rod), לֹ֣א (he will not) יָמֽוּת׃ (die).
KJV (23:13)
Withhold not correction from the child: for if thou beatest him with the rod, he shall not die.
Inspired Version (23:14)
Thou shalt beat him with the rod and shalt deliver his soul from hell.
Hebrew (23:14)
אַ֭תָּה (-) בַּשֵּׁ֣בֶט (with a rod), תַּכֶּ֑נּוּ (Strike him) וְ֝נַפְשׁ֗וֹ (his soul) מִשְּׁא֥וֹל (from Sheol). תַּצִּֽיל׃ (and you will deliver)
KJV (23:14)
Thou shalt beat him with the rod, and shalt deliver his soul from hell.
Inspired Version (23:15)
My son, if thine heart be wise, my heart shall rejoice, even mine.
Hebrew (23:15)
KJV (23:15)
My son, if thine heart be wise, my heart shall rejoice, even mine.
Inspired Version (23:16)
Yea, my reins shall rejoice when thy lips speak right things.
Hebrew (23:16)
וְתַעְלֹ֥זְנָה (will rejoice) כִלְיוֹתָ֑י (My inmost being) בְּדַבֵּ֥ר (speak) שְׂ֝פָתֶ֗יךָ (when your lips) מֵישָׁרִֽים׃ (what is right).
KJV (23:16)
Yea, my reins shall rejoice, when thy lips speak right things.
Inspired Version (23:17)
Let not thine heart envy sinners; but be thou in the fear of the Lord all the day long.
Hebrew (23:17)
אַל־ (Do not) יְקַנֵּ֣א (envy) לִ֭בְּךָ (let your heart) בַּֽחַטָּאִ֑ים (sinners), כִּ֥י (but) אִם־ (. . .) בְּיִרְאַת־ (in the fear) יְ֝הוָ֗ה (of the LORD). כָּל־ (always continue) הַיּֽוֹם׃ (. . .)
KJV (23:17)
Let not thine heart envy sinners: but be thou in the fear of the LORD all the day long.
Inspired Version (23:18)
For surely there is an end; and thine expectation shall not be cut off.
Hebrew (23:18)
כִּ֭י (For) אִם־ (surely) יֵ֣שׁ (there is) אַחֲרִ֑ית (a future), וְ֝תִקְוָתְךָ֗ (and your hope) לֹ֣א (will not) תִכָּרֵֽת׃ (be cut off).
KJV (23:18)
For surely there is an end; and thine expectation shall not be cut off.
Inspired Version (23:19)
Hear thou, my son, and be wise, and guide thine heart in the way.
Hebrew (23:19)
שְׁמַע־ (Listen), אַתָּ֣ה (. . .) בְנִ֣י (my son), וַחֲכָ֑ם (and be wise), וְאַשֵּׁ֖ר (and guide) בַּדֶּ֣רֶךְ (on the right course). לִבֶּֽךָ׃ (your heart)
KJV (23:19)
Hear thou, my son, and be wise, and guide thine heart in the way.
Inspired Version (23:20)
Be not among winebibbers, among riotous eaters of flesh;
Hebrew (23:20)
אַל־ (Do not) תְּהִ֥י (join) בְסֹֽבְאֵי־ (those who drink too much) יָ֑יִן (wine) בְּזֹלֲלֵ֖י (or gorge) בָשָׂ֣ר (themselves on meat) לָֽמוֹ׃ ().
KJV (23:20)
Be not among winebibbers; among riotous eaters of flesh:
Inspired Version (23:21)
For the drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty; and drowsiness shall clothe a man with rags.
Hebrew (23:21)
כִּי־ (For) סֹבֵ֣א (the drunkard) וְ֭זוֹלֵל (and the glutton) יִוָּרֵ֑שׁ (will come to poverty), וּ֝קְרָעִ֗ים (in rags). תַּלְבִּ֥ישׁ (will clothe them) נוּמָֽה׃ (and drowsiness)
KJV (23:21)
For the drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty: and drowsiness shall clothe a man with rags.
Inspired Version (23:22)
Hearken unto thy father that begat thee, and despise not thy mother when she is old.
Hebrew (23:22)
KJV (23:22)
Hearken unto thy father that begat thee, and despise not thy mother when she is old.
Inspired Version (23:23)
Buy the truth, and sell it not--also wisdom, and instruction, and understanding.
Hebrew (23:23)
אֱמֶ֣ת (truth) קְ֭נֵה (Invest in) וְאַל־ (and never) תִּמְכֹּ֑ר (sell it)— חָכְמָ֖ה (in wisdom) וּמוּסָ֣ר (and instruction) וּבִינָֽה׃ (and understanding).
KJV (23:23)
Buy the truth, and sell it not; also wisdom, and instruction, and understanding.
Inspired Version (23:24)
The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice; and he that begetteth a wise child shall have joy of him.
Hebrew (23:24)
KJV (23:24)
The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice: and he that begetteth a wise child shall have joy of him.
Inspired Version (23:25)
Thy father and thy mother shall be glad, and she that bare thee shall rejoice.
Hebrew (23:25)
יִֽשְׂמַח־ (be glad), אָבִ֥יךָ (May your father) וְאִמֶּ֑ךָ (and mother) וְ֝תָגֵ֗ל (rejoice)! יֽוֹלַדְתֶּֽךָ׃ (and may she who gave you birth)
KJV (23:25)
Thy father and thy mother shall be glad, and she that bare thee shall rejoice.
Inspired Version (23:26)
My son, give me thine heart, and let thine eyes observe my ways.
Hebrew (23:26)
תְּנָֽה־ (give me) בְנִ֣י (My son), לִבְּךָ֣ (your heart) לִ֑י (), וְ֝עֵינֶ֗יךָ (and let your eyes) דְּרָכַ֥י (in my ways). תִּרְצֶנָה׃ (delight)
KJV (23:26)
My son, give me thine heart, and let thine eyes observe my ways.
Inspired Version (23:27)
For a whore is a deep ditch; and a strange woman is a narrow pit.
Hebrew (23:27)
KJV (23:27)
For a whore is a deep ditch; and a strange woman is a narrow pit.
Inspired Version (23:28)
She also lieth in wait as for a prey and increaseth the transgressors among men.
Hebrew (23:28)
אַף־ (-) הִ֭יא (she) כְּחֶ֣תֶף (Like a robber) תֶּֽאֱרֹ֑ב (lies in wait) וּ֝בוֹגְדִ֗ים (the faithless) בְּאָדָ֥ם (among men). תּוֹסִֽף׃ (and multiplies)
KJV (23:28)
She also lieth in wait as for a prey, and increaseth the transgressors among men.
Inspired Version (23:29)
Who hath woe? Who hath sorrow? Who hath contentions? Who hath babbling? Who hath wounds without cause? Who hath redness of eyes?
Hebrew (23:29)
לְמִ֨י (Who) א֥וֹי (has woe)? לְמִ֪י (Who) אֲב֡וֹי (has sorrow)? לְמִ֤י (Who) מְדוֹנִים (has contentions)? לְמִ֥י (Who) שִׂ֗יחַ (has complaints)? לְ֭מִי (Who) פְּצָעִ֣ים (wounds)? חִנָּ֑ם ({has} needless) לְ֝מִ֗י (Who) חַכְלִל֥וּת (has bloodshot) עֵינָֽיִם׃ (eyes)?
KJV (23:29)
Who hath woe? who hath sorrow? who hath contentions? who hath babbling? who hath wounds without cause? who hath redness of eyes?
Inspired Version (23:30)
They that tarry long at the wine; they that go to seek mixed wine.
Hebrew (23:30)
לַֽמְאַחֲרִ֥ים (Those who linger) עַל־ (over) הַיָּ֑יִן (wine), לַ֝בָּאִ֗ים (who go) לַחְקֹ֥ר (to taste) מִמְסָֽךְ׃ (mixed drinks).
KJV (23:30)
They that tarry long at the wine; they that go to seek mixed wine.
Inspired Version (23:31)
Look not thou upon the wine when it is red, when it giveth his color in the cup, when it moveth itself aright.
Hebrew (23:31)
אַל־ (Do not) תֵּ֥רֶא (gaze at) יַיִן֮ (wine) כִּ֪י (while) יִתְאַ֫דָּ֥ם (it is red), כִּֽי־ (when) יִתֵּ֣ן (it sparkles) בַּכִּיס (in the cup) עֵינ֑וֹ (. . .) יִ֝תְהַלֵּ֗ךְ (and goes down smoothly) בְּמֵישָׁרִֽים׃ (. . .).
KJV (23:31)
Look not thou upon the wine when it is red, when it giveth his colour in the cup, when it moveth itself aright.
Inspired Version (23:32)
At the last it biteth like a serpent and stingeth like an adder.
Hebrew (23:32)
אַ֭חֲרִיתוֹ (In the end) כְּנָחָ֣שׁ (like a snake) יִשָּׁ֑ךְ (it bites) וּֽכְצִפְעֹנִ֥י (like a viper). יַפְרִֽשׁ׃ (and stings)
KJV (23:32)
At the last it biteth like a serpent, and stingeth like an adder.
Inspired Version (23:33)
Thine eyes shall behold strange women, and thine heart shall utter perverse things.
Hebrew (23:33)
עֵ֭ינֶיךָ (Your eyes) יִרְא֣וּ (will see) זָר֑וֹת (strange things), וְ֝לִבְּךָ֗ (and your mind) יְדַבֵּ֥ר (will utter) תַּהְפֻּכֽוֹת׃ (perversities).
KJV (23:33)
Thine eyes shall behold strange women, and thine heart shall utter perverse things.
Inspired Version (23:34)
Yea, thou shalt be as he that lieth down in the midst of the sea, or as he that lieth upon the top of a mast.
Hebrew (23:34)
וְ֭הָיִיתָ (You will be) כְּשֹׁכֵ֣ב (like one sleeping) בְּלֶב־ (. . .) יָ֑ם (on the high seas) וּ֝כְשֹׁכֵ֗ב (or lying) בְּרֹ֣אשׁ (on the top) חִבֵּֽל׃ (of a mast):
KJV (23:34)
Yea, thou shalt be as he that lieth down in the midst of the sea, or as he that lieth upon the top of a mast.
Inspired Version (23:35)
They have stricken me, shalt thou say, and I was not sick; they have beaten me, and I felt it not. When shall I awake? I will seek it yet again.
Hebrew (23:35)
הִכּ֥וּנִי (They struck me), בַל־ (but I feel no) חָלִיתִי֮ (pain)! הֲלָמ֗וּנִי (They beat me), בַּל־ (but I did not) יָ֫דָ֥עְתִּי (know it!) מָתַ֥י (When) אָקִ֑יץ (can I wake up) א֝וֹסִ֗יף (another) אֲבַקְשֶׁ֥נּוּ (to search for) עֽוֹד׃ (drink)?
KJV (23:35)
They have stricken me, shalt thou say, and I was not sick; they have beaten me, and I felt it not: when shall I awake? I will seek it yet again.
Inspired Version (24:1)
Be not thou envious against evil men; neither desire to be with them;
Hebrew (24:1)
אַל־ (Do not) תְּ֭קַנֵּא (envy) בְּאַנְשֵׁ֣י (men) רָעָ֑ה (wicked) וְאַל־ (. . .) תִּתְאָו (or desire) לִהְי֥וֹת (their company) אִתָּֽם׃ (. . .);
KJV (24:1)
Be not thou envious against evil men, neither desire to be with them.
Inspired Version (24:2)
For their heart studieth destruction, and their lips talk of mischief.
Hebrew (24:2)
כִּי־ (for) שֹׁ֭ד (violence), יֶהְגֶּ֣ה (devise) לִבָּ֑ם (their hearts) וְ֝עָמָ֗ל (trouble). שִׂפְתֵיהֶ֥ם (and their lips) תְּדַבֵּֽרְנָה׃ (declare)
KJV (24:2)
For their heart studieth destruction, and their lips talk of mischief.
Inspired Version (24:3)
Through wisdom is a house builded; and by understanding it is established;
Hebrew (24:3)
בְּ֭חָכְמָה (By wisdom) יִבָּ֣נֶה (is built) בָּ֑יִת (a house) וּ֝בִתְבוּנָ֗ה (and by understanding) יִתְכּוֹנָֽן׃ (it is established);
KJV (24:3)
Through wisdom is a house builded; and by understanding it is established:
Inspired Version (24:4)
And by knowledge shall the chambers be filled with all precious and pleasant riches.
Hebrew (24:4)
וּ֭בְדַעַת (through knowledge) חֲדָרִ֣ים (its rooms) יִמָּלְא֑וּ (are filled) כָּל־ (with every) ה֖וֹן (treasure). יָקָ֣ר (precious) וְנָעִֽים׃ (and beautiful)
KJV (24:4)
And by knowledge shall the chambers be filled with all precious and pleasant riches.
Inspired Version (24:5)
A wise man is strong; yea, a man of knowledge increaseth strength.
Hebrew (24:5)
KJV (24:5)
A wise man is strong; yea, a man of knowledge increaseth strength.
Inspired Version (24:6)
For by wise counsel thou shalt make thy war; and in multitude of counsellors there is safety.
Hebrew (24:6)
כִּ֣י (Only) בְ֭תַחְבֻּלוֹת (with sound guidance) תַּעֲשֶׂה־ (should you wage) לְּךָ֣ () מִלְחָמָ֑ה (war), וּ֝תְשׁוּעָ֗ה (and victory) בְּרֹ֣ב (lies in a multitude) יוֹעֵֽץ׃ (of counselors).
KJV (24:6)
For by wise counsel thou shalt make thy war: and in multitude of counselors there is safety.
Inspired Version (24:7)
Wisdom is too high for a fool; he openeth not his mouth in the gate.
Hebrew (24:7)
רָאמ֣וֹת ([is] too high) לֶֽאֱוִ֣יל (for a fool); חָכְמ֑וֹת (Wisdom) בַּ֝שַּׁ֗עַר (in the meeting place). לֹ֣א (he does not) יִפְתַּח־ (open) פִּֽיהוּ׃ (his mouth)
KJV (24:7)
Wisdom is too high for a fool: he openeth not his mouth in the gate.
Inspired Version (24:8)
He that deviseth to do evil shall be called a mischievous person.
Hebrew (24:8)
מְחַשֵּׁ֥ב (He who plots) לְהָרֵ֑עַ (evil) ל֝֗וֹ () בַּֽעַל־ (a schemer) מְזִמּ֥וֹת (. . .). יִקְרָֽאוּ׃ (will be called)
KJV (24:8)
He that deviseth to do evil shall be called a mischievous person.
Inspired Version (24:9)
The thought of foolishness is sin; and the scorner is an abomination to men.
Hebrew (24:9)
KJV (24:9)
The thought of foolishness is sin: and the scorner is an abomination to men.
Inspired Version (24:10)
If thou faint in the day of adversity, thy strength is small.
Hebrew (24:10)
הִ֭תְרַפִּיתָ (If you faint) בְּי֥וֹם (in the day) צָרָ֗ה (of distress), צַ֣ר (how small) כֹּחֶֽכָה׃ ([is] your strength)!
KJV (24:10)
If thou faint in the day of adversity, thy strength is small.
Inspired Version (24:11)
If thou forbear to deliver them that are drawn unto death and those that are ready to be slain,
Hebrew (24:11)
KJV (24:11)
If thou forbear to deliver them that are drawn unto death, and those that are ready to be slain;
Inspired Version (24:12)
If thou sayest, Behold, we knew it not, doth not he that pondereth the heart consider it? And he that keepeth thy soul, doth not he know it? And shall not he render to every man according to his works?
Hebrew (24:12)
כִּֽי־ (If) תֹאמַ֗ר (you say), הֵן֮ (Behold), לֹא־ (we did not) יָדַ֪עְנ֫וּ (know) זֶ֥ה (about this), הֲֽלֹא־ (does not) תֹ֘כֵ֤ן (who weighs) לִבּ֨וֹת׀ (hearts) הֽוּא־ (He) יָבִ֗ין (consider it)? וְנֹצֵ֣ר (who guards) נַ֭פְשְׁךָ (your life) ה֣וּא (Does not the One) יֵדָ֑ע (know)? וְהֵשִׁ֖יב (Will He not repay) לְאָדָ֣ם (a man) כְּפָעֳלֽוֹ׃ (according to his deeds)?
KJV (24:12)
If thou sayest, Behold, we knew it not; doth not he that pondereth the heart consider it? and he that keepeth thy soul, doth not he know it? and shall not he render to every man according to his works?
Inspired Version (24:13)
My son, eat thou honey because it is good, and the honeycomb, which is sweet to thy taste;
Hebrew (24:13)
KJV (24:13)
My son, eat thou honey, because it is good; and the honeycomb, which is sweet to thy taste:
Inspired Version (24:14)
So shall the knowledge of wisdom be unto thy soul; when thou hast found it, then there shall be a reward, and thy expectation shall not be cut off.
Hebrew (24:14)
כֵּ֤ן׀ (therefore) דְּעֶ֥ה (Know) חָכְמָ֗ה (that wisdom [is sweet]) לְנַ֫פְשֶׁ֥ךָ (to your soul). אִם־ (If) מָ֭צָאתָ (you find it), וְיֵ֣שׁ (there is) אַחֲרִ֑ית (a future [for you]), וְ֝תִקְוָתְךָ֗ (and your hope) לֹ֣א (will never) תִכָּרֵֽת׃פ (be cut off).
KJV (24:14)
So shall the knowledge of wisdom be unto thy soul: when thou hast found it, then there shall be a reward, and thy expectation shall not be cut off.
Inspired Version (24:15)
Lay not wait, O wicked man, against the dwelling of the righteous; spoil not his resting place;
Hebrew (24:15)
KJV (24:15)
Lay not wait, O wicked man, against the dwelling of the righteous; spoil not his resting place:
Inspired Version (24:16)
For a just man falleth seven times and riseth up again; but the wicked shall fall into mischief.
Hebrew (24:16)
כִּ֤י (For though) שֶׁ֨בַע׀ (seven times), יִפּ֣וֹל (may fall) צַדִּ֣יק (a righteous [man]) וָקָ֑ם (he still gets up); וּ֝רְשָׁעִ֗ים (but the wicked) יִכָּשְׁל֥וּ (stumble) בְרָעָֽה׃ (in bad [times]).
KJV (24:16)
For a just man falleth seven times, and riseth up again: but the wicked shall fall into mischief.
Inspired Version (24:17)
Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth,
Hebrew (24:17)
בִּנְפֹ֣ל (falls), אוֹיְבֶיךָ (when your enemy) אַל־ (Do not) תִּשְׂמָ֑ח (gloat) וּ֝בִכָּשְׁל֗וֹ (when he stumbles), אַל־ (and do not) יָגֵ֥ל (rejoice) לִבֶּֽךָ׃ (let your heart)
KJV (24:17)
Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:
Inspired Version (24:18)
Lest the Lord see it, and it displease him, and he turn away his wrath from him.
Hebrew (24:18)
פֶּן־ (or) יִרְאֶ֣ה (will see) יְ֭הוָה (the LORD) וְרַ֣ע (and disapprove) בְּעֵינָ֑יו (. . .), וְהֵשִׁ֖יב (away) מֵעָלָ֣יו (from him). אַפּֽוֹ׃ (and turn His wrath)
KJV (24:18)
Lest the LORD see it, and it displease him, and he turn away his wrath from him.
Inspired Version (24:19)
Fret not thyself because of evil men; neither be thou envious at the wicked;
Hebrew (24:19)
אַל־ (Do not) תִּתְחַ֥ר (fret) בַּמְּרֵעִ֑ים (over evildoers), אַל־ (and do not) תְּ֝קַנֵּ֗א (be envious) בָּרְשָׁעִֽים׃ (of the wicked).
KJV (24:19)
Fret not thyself because of evil men, neither be thou envious at the wicked;
Inspired Version (24:20)
For there shall be no reward to the evil man; the candle of the wicked shall be put out.
Hebrew (24:20)
כִּ֤י׀ (For) לֹֽא־ (no) תִהְיֶ֣ה (has) אַחֲרִ֣ית (future); לָרָ֑ע (the evil [man]) נֵ֖ר (the lamp) רְשָׁעִ֣ים (of the wicked) יִדְעָֽךְ׃ (will be extinguished).
KJV (24:20)
For there shall be no reward to the evil man; the candle of the wicked shall be put out.
Inspired Version (24:21)
My son, fear thou the Lord and the king; and meddle not with them that are given to change.
Hebrew (24:21)
KJV (24:21)
My son, fear thou the LORD and the king: and meddle not with them that are given to change:
Inspired Version (24:22)
For their calamity shall rise suddenly. And who knoweth the ruin of them both?
Hebrew (24:22)
כִּֽי־ (For) פִ֭תְאֹם (sudden) יָק֣וּם (they will bring) אֵידָ֑ם (destruction). וּפִ֥יד (what ruin) שְׁ֝נֵיהֶ֗ם ([they] can bring)? מִ֣י (Who) יוֹדֵֽעַ׃ס (knows)
KJV (24:22)
For their calamity shall rise suddenly; and who knoweth the ruin of them both?
Inspired Version (24:23)
These things also belong to the wise. It is not good to have respect of persons in judgment.
Hebrew (24:23)
גַּם־ (also) אֵ֥לֶּה (These) לַֽחֲכָמִ֑ים (are sayings of the wise): הַֽכֵּר־ (To show partiality) פָּנִ֖ים (. . .) בְּמִשְׁפָּ֣ט (in judgment) בַּל־ (is not) טֽוֹב׃ (good).
KJV (24:23)
These things also belong to the wise. It is not good to have respect of persons in judgment.
Inspired Version (24:24)
He that saith unto the wicked, Thou art righteous, him shall the people curse; nations shall abhor him.
Hebrew (24:24)
אֹ֤מֵ֨ר׀ (Whoever tells) לְרָשָׁע֮ (the guilty), צַדִּ֪יק (are innocent)”— אָ֥תָּה (You) יִקְּבֻ֥הוּ (will curse him), עַמִּ֑ים (peoples) יִזְעָמ֥וּהוּ (will denounce him); לְאֻמִּֽים׃ (and nations)
KJV (24:24)
He that saith unto the wicked, Thou art righteous; him shall the people curse, nations shall abhor him:
Inspired Version (24:25)
But to them that rebuke him shall be delight, and a good blessing shall come upon them.
Hebrew (24:25)
וְלַמּוֹכִיחִ֥ים (with those who convict the guilty), יִנְעָ֑ם (but it will go well) וַֽ֝עֲלֵיהֶ֗ם (upon them). תָּב֥וֹא (will come) בִרְכַּת־ (blessing) טֽוֹב׃ (and rich)
KJV (24:25)
But to them that rebuke him shall be delight, and a good blessing shall come upon them.
Inspired Version (24:26)
Every man shall kiss his lips that giveth a right answer.
Hebrew (24:26)
שְׂפָתַ֥יִם (on the lips). יִשָּׁ֑ק (is like a kiss) מֵ֝שִׁ֗יב (given) דְּבָרִ֥ים (answer) נְכֹחִֽים׃ (An honest)
KJV (24:26)
Every man shall kiss his lips that giveth a right answer.
Inspired Version (24:27)
Prepare thy work without, and make it fit for thyself in the field; and afterwards build thine house.
Hebrew (24:27)
הָ֘כֵ֤ן (Complete) בַּח֨וּץ׀ (your outdoor) מְלַאכְתֶּ֗ךָ (work) וְעַתְּדָ֣הּ (and prepare) בַּשָּׂדֶ֣ה (your field) לָ֑ךְ (); אַ֝חַ֗ר (after that), וּבָנִ֥יתָ (you may build) בֵיתֶֽךָ׃פ (your house).
KJV (24:27)
Prepare thy work without, and make it fit for thyself in the field; and afterwards build thine house.
Inspired Version (24:28)
Be not a witness against thy neighbor without cause; and deceive not with thy lips.
Hebrew (24:28)
אַל־ (Do not) תְּהִ֣י (testify) עֵד־ (. . .) חִנָּ֣ם (without cause), בְּרֵעֶ֑ךָ (against your neighbor) וַ֝הֲפִתִּ֗יתָ (and do not deceive) בִּשְׂפָתֶֽיךָ׃ (with your lips).
KJV (24:28)
Be not a witness against thy neighbor without cause; and deceive not with thy lips.
Inspired Version (24:29)
Say not, I will do so to him as he hath done to me; I will render to the man according to his work.
Hebrew (24:29)
אַל־ (Do not) תֹּאמַ֗ר (say), כַּאֲשֶׁ֣ר (as) עָֽשָׂה־ (I will do) לִ֭י (to him) כֵּ֤ן (. . .) אֶֽעֱשֶׂה־ (he has done) לּ֑וֹ (to me); אָשִׁ֖יב (I will repay) לָאִ֣ישׁ (the man) כְּפָעֳלֽוֹ׃ (according to his work).
KJV (24:29)
Say not, I will do so to him as he hath done to me: I will render to the man according to his work.
Inspired Version (24:30)
I went by the field of the slothful and by the vineyard of the man void of understanding;
Hebrew (24:30)
KJV (24:30)
I went by the field of the slothful, and by the vineyard of the man void of understanding;
Inspired Version (24:31)
And lo, it was all grown over with thorns, and nettles had covered the face thereof, and the stone wall thereof was broken down.
Hebrew (24:31)
וְהִנֵּ֨ה (-) עָ֘לָ֤ה (had grown up) כֻלּ֨וֹ׀ (everywhere), קִמְּשֹׂנִ֗ים (Thorns) כָּסּ֣וּ (had covered) פָנָ֣יו (the ground), חֲרֻלִּ֑ים (thistles) וְגֶ֖דֶר (wall) אֲבָנָ֣יו (and the stone) נֶהֱרָֽסָה׃ (was broken down).
KJV (24:31)
And, lo, it was all grown over with thorns, and nettles had covered the face thereof, and the stone wall thereof was broken down.
Inspired Version (24:32)
Then I saw and considered it well; I looked upon it and received instruction.
Hebrew (24:32)
וָֽאֶחֱזֶ֣ה (observed) אָ֭נֹכִֽי (I) אָשִׁ֣ית (and took [it]) לִבִּ֑י (to heart); רָ֝אִ֗יתִי (I looked) לָקַ֥חְתִּי (and received) מוּסָֽר׃ (instruction):
KJV (24:32)
Then I saw, and considered it well: I looked upon it, and received instruction.
Inspired Version (24:33)
Yet a little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep--
Hebrew (24:33)
מְעַ֣ט (A little) שֵׁ֭נוֹת (sleep), מְעַ֣ט (a little) תְּנוּמ֑וֹת (slumber), מְעַ֓ט׀ (a little) חִבֻּ֖ק (folding) יָדַ֣יִם (of the hands) לִשְׁכָּֽב׃ (to rest),
KJV (24:33)
Yet a little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep:
Inspired Version (24:34)
So shall thy poverty come as one that travelleth, and thy want as an armed man.
Hebrew (24:34)
וּבָֽא־ (will come [upon you]) מִתְהַלֵּ֥ךְ (like a robber), רֵישֶׁ֑ךָ (and poverty) וּ֝מַחְסֹרֶ֗יךָ (and need) כְּאִ֣ישׁ (like a bandit) מָגֵֽן׃פ (. . .).
KJV (24:34)
So shall thy poverty come as one that traveleth; and thy want as an armed man.
Inspired Version (25:1)
These are also proverbs of Solomon, which the men of Hezekiah, king of Judah, copied out.
Hebrew (25:1)
גַּם־ (additional) אֵ֭לֶּה (These [are]) מִשְׁלֵ֣י (proverbs) שְׁלֹמֹ֑ה (of Solomon), אֲשֶׁ֥ר (which) הֶ֝עְתִּ֗יקוּ (were copied by) אַנְשֵׁ֤י׀ (the men) חִזְקִיָּ֬ה (of Hezekiah) מֶֽלֶךְ־ (king) יְהוּדָֽה׃ (of Judah):
KJV (25:1)
These are also proverbs of Solomon, which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah copied out.
Inspired Version (25:2)
It is the glory of God to conceal a thing; but the honor of kings is to search out a matter.
Hebrew (25:2)
KJV (25:2)
It is the glory of God to conceal a thing: but the honor of kings is to search out a matter.
Inspired Version (25:3)
The heaven for height, and the earth for depth, and the heart of kings is unsearchable.
Hebrew (25:3)
KJV (25:3)
The heaven for height, and the earth for depth, and the heart of kings is unsearchable.
Inspired Version (25:4)
Take away the dross from the silver, and there shall come forth a vessel for the finer.
Hebrew (25:4)
KJV (25:4)
Take away the dross from the silver, and there shall come forth a vessel for the finer.
Inspired Version (25:5)
Take away the wicked from before the king, and his throne shall be established in righteousness.
Hebrew (25:5)
הָג֣וֹ (Remove) רָ֭שָׁע (the wicked) לִפְנֵי־ (presence), מֶ֑לֶךְ (from the king’s) וְיִכּ֖וֹן (will be established) בַּצֶּ֣דֶק (in righteousness). כִּסְאֽוֹ׃ (and his throne)
KJV (25:5)
Take away the wicked from before the king, and his throne shall be established in righteousness.
Inspired Version (25:6)
Put not forth thyself in the presence of the king and stand not in the place of great men;
Hebrew (25:6)
אַל־ (Do not) תִּתְהַדַּ֥ר (exalt yourself) לִפְנֵי־ (in the presence) מֶ֑לֶךְ (of the king), וּבִמְק֥וֹם (in the place) גְּ֝דֹלִ֗ים (of great [men]); אַֽל־ (and do not) תַּעֲמֹֽד׃ (stand)
KJV (25:6)
Put not forth thyself in the presence of the king, and stand not in the place of great men:
Inspired Version (25:7)
For better it is that it be said unto thee, Come up hither, than that thou shouldest be put lower in the presence of the prince whom thine eyes have seen.
Hebrew (25:7)
KJV (25:7)
For better it is that it be said unto thee, Come up hither; than that thou shouldest be put lower in the presence of the prince whom thine eyes have seen.
Inspired Version (25:8)
Go not forth hastily to strive, lest thou know not what to do in the end thereof when thy neighbor hath put thee to shame.
Hebrew (25:8)
אַל־ (do not) תֵּצֵ֥א (bring) לָרִ֗ב (to court). מַ֫הֵ֥ר (hastily) פֶּ֣ן (Otherwise), מַה־ (what) תַּ֭עֲשֶׂה (will you do) בְּאַחֲרִיתָ֑הּ (in the end) בְּהַכְלִ֖ים (puts you to shame) אֹתְךָ֣ (-)? רֵעֶֽךָ׃ (when your neighbor)
KJV (25:8)
Go not forth hastily to strive, lest thou know not what to do in the end thereof, when thy neighbor hath put thee to shame.
Inspired Version (25:9)
Debate thy cause with thy neighbor himself; and discover not a secret to another,
Hebrew (25:9)
KJV (25:9)
Debate thy cause with thy neighbor himself; and discover not a secret to another:
Inspired Version (25:10)
Lest he that heareth it put thee to shame and thine infamy turn not away.
Hebrew (25:10)
פֶּֽן־ (lest) יְחַסֶּדְךָ֥ (bring shame upon you), שֹׁמֵ֑עַ (he who hears you) וְ֝דִבָּתְךָ֗ (and your infamy) לֹ֣א (never) תָשֽׁוּב׃ (go away).
KJV (25:10)
Lest he that heareth it put thee to shame, and thine infamy turn not away.
Inspired Version (25:11)
A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pictures of silver.
Hebrew (25:11)
תַּפּוּחֵ֣י ([is like] apples) זָ֭הָב (of gold) בְּמַשְׂכִּיּ֥וֹת (in settings) כָּ֑סֶף (of silver). דָּ֝בָ֗ר (A word) דָּבֻ֥ר (spoken) עַל־ (vvv) אָפְנָֽיו׃ (fitly)
KJV (25:11)
A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pictures of silver.
Inspired Version (25:12)
As an earring of gold and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.
Hebrew (25:12)
KJV (25:12)
As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.
Inspired Version (25:13)
As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to them that send him; for he refresheth the soul of his masters.
Hebrew (25:13)
כְּצִנַּת־ (Like the cold) שֶׁ֨לֶג׀ (of snow) בְּי֬וֹם (in the time) קָצִ֗יר (of harvest) צִ֣יר (messenger) נֶ֭אֱמָן ([is] a trustworthy) לְשֹׁלְחָ֑יו (to those who send him); וְנֶ֖פֶשׁ (the soul) אֲדֹנָ֣יו (of his masters). יָשִֽׁיב׃פ (he refreshes)
KJV (25:13)
As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to them that send him: for he refresheth the soul of his masters.
Inspired Version (25:14)
Whoso boasteth himself of a false gift is like clouds and wind without rain.
Hebrew (25:14)
נְשִׂיאִ֣ים ([Like] clouds) וְ֭רוּחַ (and wind) וְגֶ֣שֶׁם (rain) אָ֑יִן (without) אִ֥ישׁ ([is] the man) מִ֝תְהַלֵּ֗ל (who boasts) בְּמַתַּת־ (of gifts) שָֽׁקֶר׃ (never given).
KJV (25:14)
Whoso boasteth himself of a false gift is like clouds and wind without rain.
Inspired Version (25:15)
By long forbearing is a prince persuaded, and a soft tongue breaketh the bone.
Hebrew (25:15)
בְּאֹ֣רֶךְ (Through patience) אַ֭פַּיִם (. . .) יְפֻתֶּ֣ה (can be persuaded), קָצִ֑ין (a ruler) וְלָשׁ֥וֹן (tongue) רַ֝כָּ֗ה (and a gentle) תִּשְׁבָּר־ (can break) גָּֽרֶם׃ (a bone).
KJV (25:15)
By long forbearing is a prince persuaded, and a soft tongue breaketh the bone.
Inspired Version (25:16)
Hast thou found honey? Eat so much as is sufficient for thee, lest thou be filled therewith and vomit it.
Hebrew (25:16)
דְּבַ֣שׁ (honey), מָ֭צָאתָ (If you find) אֱכֹ֣ל (eat) דַּיֶּ֑ךָּ (just what you need), פֶּן־ (lest) תִּ֝שְׂבָּעֶ֗נּוּ (you have too much) וַהֲקֵֽאתֽוֹ׃ (and vomit it up).
KJV (25:16)
Hast thou found honey? eat so much as is sufficient for thee, lest thou be filled therewith, and vomit it.
Inspired Version (25:17)
Withdraw thy foot from thy neighbor's house, lest he be weary of thee and so hate thee.
Hebrew (25:17)
הֹקַ֣ר (Seldom) רַ֭גְלְךָ (set foot) מִבֵּ֣ית (house), רֵעֶ֑ךָ (in your neighbor’s) פֶּן־ (lest) יִ֝שְׂבָּעֲךָ֗ (he grow weary) וּשְׂנֵאֶֽךָ׃ (and hate you).
KJV (25:17)
Withdraw thy foot from thy neighbor's house; lest he be weary of thee, and so hate thee.
Inspired Version (25:18)
A man that beareth false witness against his neighbor is a maul, and a sword, and a sharp arrow.
Hebrew (25:18)
KJV (25:18)
A man that beareth false witness against his neighbor is a maul, and a sword, and a sharp arrow.
Inspired Version (25:19)
Confidence in an unfaithful man in time of trouble is like a broken tooth and a foot out of joint.
Hebrew (25:19)
KJV (25:19)
Confidence in an unfaithful man in time of trouble is like a broken tooth, and a foot out of joint.
Inspired Version (25:20)
As he that taketh away a garment in cold weather and as vinegar upon nitre, so is he that singeth songs to a heavy heart.
Hebrew (25:20)
KJV (25:20)
As he that taketh away a garment in cold weather, and as vinegar upon nitre, so is he that singeth songs to a heavy heart.
Inspired Version (25:21)
If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink;
Hebrew (25:21)
אִם־ (If) רָעֵ֣ב (is hungry), שֹׂ֭נַאֲךָ (your enemy) הַאֲכִלֵ֣הוּ (to eat), לָ֑חֶם (give him food) וְאִם־ (and if) צָ֝מֵ֗א (he is thirsty), הַשְׁקֵ֥הוּ (to drink). מָֽיִם׃ (give him water)
KJV (25:21)
If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
Inspired Version (25:22)
For thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head, and the Lord shall reward thee.
Hebrew (25:22)
כִּ֤י (For [in so doing]), גֶֽחָלִ֗ים (burning coals) אַ֭תָּה (you) חֹתֶ֣ה (will heap) עַל־ (on) רֹאשׁ֑וֹ (his head), וַֽ֝יהוָ֗ה (and the LORD) יְשַׁלֶּם־ (will reward) לָֽךְ׃ (you).
KJV (25:22)
For thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head, and the LORD shall reward thee.
Inspired Version (25:23)
The north wind driveth away rain; so doth an angry countenance a backbiting tongue.
Hebrew (25:23)
ר֣וּחַ (wind) צָ֭פוֹן (As the north) תְּח֣וֹלֵֽל (brings forth) גָּ֑שֶׁם (rain), וּפָנִ֥ים (looks). נִ֝זְעָמִ֗ים ([brings] angry) לְשׁ֣וֹן (tongue) סָֽתֶר׃ (so a backbiting)
KJV (25:23)
The north wind driveth away rain: so doth an angry countenance a backbiting tongue.
Inspired Version (25:24)
It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop than with a brawling woman and in a wide house.
Hebrew (25:24)
KJV (25:24)
It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman and in a wide house.
Inspired Version (25:25)
As cold waters to a thirsty soul, so is good news from a far country.
Hebrew (25:25)
KJV (25:25)
As cold waters to a thirsty soul, so is good news from a far country.
Inspired Version (25:26)
A righteous man falling down before the wicked is as a troubled fountain and a corrupt spring.
Hebrew (25:26)
KJV (25:26)
A righteous man falling down before the wicked is as a troubled fountain, and a corrupt spring.
Inspired Version (25:27)
It is not good to eat much honey; so for men to search their own glory is not glory.
Hebrew (25:27)
KJV (25:27)
It is not good to eat much honey: so for men to search their own glory is not glory.
Inspired Version (25:28)
He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down and without walls.
Hebrew (25:28)
עִ֣יר (Like a city) פְּ֭רוּצָה (are broken down) אֵ֣ין (does not) חוֹמָ֑ה (whose walls) אִ֝֗ישׁ (is a man) אֲשֶׁ֤ר (who) אֵ֖ין (. . .) מַעְצָ֣ר (control) לְרוּחֽוֹ׃ (his temper).
KJV (25:28)
He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls.
Inspired Version (26:1)
As snow in summer and as rain in harvest, so honor is not seemly for a fool.
Hebrew (26:1)
כַּשֶּׁ֤לֶג׀ (Like snow) בַּקַּ֗יִץ (in summer) וְכַמָּטָ֥ר (and rain) בַּקָּצִ֑יר (at harvest), כֵּ֤ן (. . .) לֹא־ (does not) נָאוֶ֖ה (befit) לִכְסִ֣יל (a fool). כָּבֽוֹד׃ (honor)
KJV (26:1)
As snow in summer, and as rain in harvest, so honor is not seemly for a fool.
Inspired Version (26:2)
As the bird by wandering, as the swallow by flying, so the curse causeless shall not come.
Hebrew (26:2)
כַּצִּפּ֣וֹר (sparrow) לָ֭נוּד (Like a fluttering) כַּדְּר֣וֹר (swallow), לָע֑וּף (or darting) כֵּ֥ן (. . .) קִֽלְלַ֥ת (curse) חִ֝נָּ֗ם (an undeserved) לֹא (does not) תָבֹֽא׃ (come to rest).
KJV (26:2)
As the bird by wandering, as the swallow by flying, so the curse causeless shall not come.
Inspired Version (26:3)
A whip for the horse, a bridle for the ass, and a rod for the fool's back.
Hebrew (26:3)
שׁ֣וֹט (A whip) לַ֭סּוּס (for the horse), מֶ֣תֶג (a bridle) לַחֲמ֑וֹר (for the donkey), וְ֝שֵׁ֗בֶט (and a rod) לְגֵ֣ו (for the backs) כְּסִילִֽים׃ (of fools)!
KJV (26:3)
A whip for the horse, a bridle for the ass, and a rod for the fool's back.
Inspired Version (26:4)
Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest thou also be like unto him.
Hebrew (26:4)
אַל־ (Do not) תַּ֣עַן (answer) כְּ֭סִיל (a fool) כְּאִוַּלְתּ֑וֹ (according to his folly), פֶּֽן־ (or) תִּשְׁוֶה־ (will be like him) לּ֥וֹ (. . .) גַם־ (. . .). אָֽתָּה׃ (you yourself)
KJV (26:4)
Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest thou also be like unto him.
Inspired Version (26:5)
Answer a fool according to his folly, lest he be wise in his own conceit.
Hebrew (26:5)
עֲנֵ֣ה (Answer) כְ֭סִיל (a fool) כְּאִוַּלְתּ֑וֹ (according to his folly), פֶּן־ (lest) יִהְיֶ֖ה (he become) חָכָ֣ם (wise) בְּעֵינָֽיו׃ (in his own eyes).
KJV (26:5)
Answer a fool according to his folly, lest he be wise in his own conceit.
Inspired Version (26:6)
He that sendeth a message by the hand of a fool cutteth off the feet and drinketh damage.
Hebrew (26:6)
מְקַצֶּ֣ה (Like cutting off) רַ֭גְלַיִם (one’s own feet) חָמָ֣ס (violence) שֹׁתֶ֑ה (or drinking) שֹׁלֵ֖חַ (is the sending) דְּבָרִ֣ים (of a message) בְּיַד־ (by the hand) כְּסִֽיל׃ (of a fool).
KJV (26:6)
He that sendeth a message by the hand of a fool cutteth off the feet, and drinketh damage.
Inspired Version (26:7)
The legs of the lame are not equal; so is a parable in the mouth of fools.
Hebrew (26:7)
דַּלְי֣וּ (hanging limp) שֹׁ֭קַיִם (legs) מִפִּסֵּ֑חַ (Like lame) וּ֝מָשָׁ֗ל (is a proverb) בְּפִ֣י (in the mouth) כְסִילִֽים׃ (of a fool).
KJV (26:7)
The legs of the lame are not equal: so is a parable in the mouth of fools.
Inspired Version (26:8)
As he that bindeth a stone in a sling, so is he that giveth honor to a fool.
Hebrew (26:8)
כִּצְר֣וֹר (Like binding) אֶ֭בֶן (a stone) בְּמַרְגֵּמָ֑ה (into a sling) כֵּן־ (is) נוֹתֵ֖ן (the giving) לִכְסִ֣יל (to a fool). כָּבֽוֹד׃ (of honor)
KJV (26:8)
As he that bindeth a stone in a sling, so is he that giveth honor to a fool.
Inspired Version (26:9)
As a thorn goeth up into the hand of a drunkard, so is a parable in the mouth of fools.
Hebrew (26:9)
ח֭וֹחַ ([Like] a thorn) עָלָ֣ה ([that] goes) בְיַד־ (into the hand) שִׁכּ֑וֹר (of a drunkard) וּ֝מָשָׁ֗ל (is a proverb) בְּפִ֣י (in the mouth) כְסִילִֽים׃ (of a fool).
KJV (26:9)
As a thorn goeth up into the hand of a drunkard, so is a parable in the mouth of fools.
Inspired Version (26:10)
The great God that formed all things both rewardeth the fool and rewardeth transgressors.
Hebrew (26:10)
רַ֥ב (Like an archer) מְחֽוֹלֵֽל־ (who wounds) כֹּ֑ל (at random) וְשֹׂכֵ֥ר (is he who hires) כְּ֝סִ֗יל (a fool) וְשֹׂכֵ֥ר (or) עֹבְרִֽים׃ (passerby).
KJV (26:10)
The great God that formed all things both rewardeth the fool, and rewardeth transgressors.
Inspired Version (26:11)
As a dog returneth to his vomit, so a fool returneth to his folly.
Hebrew (26:11)
KJV (26:11)
As a dog returneth to his vomit, so a fool returneth to his folly.
Inspired Version (26:12)
Seest thou a man wise in his own conceit? There is more hope of a fool than of him.
Hebrew (26:12)
רָאִ֗יתָ (Do you see) אִ֭ישׁ (a man) חָכָ֣ם (who is wise) בְּעֵינָ֑יו (in his own eyes)? תִּקְוָ֖ה (There is more hope) לִכְסִ֣יל (for a fool) מִמֶּֽנּוּ׃ (than for him).
KJV (26:12)
Seest thou a man wise in his own conceit? there is more hope of a fool than of him.
Inspired Version (26:13)
The slothful man saith, There is a lion in the way; a lion is in the streets.
Hebrew (26:13)
אָמַ֣ר (says), עָ֭צֵל (The slacker) שַׁ֣חַל (A lion) בַּדָּ֑רֶךְ ([is] in the road)! אֲ֝רִ֗י (A fierce lion) בֵּ֣ין ([roams]) הָרְחֹבֽוֹת׃ (the public square)!
KJV (26:13)
The slothful man saith, There is a lion in the way; a lion is in the streets.
Inspired Version (26:14)
As the door turneth upon his hinges, so doth the slothful upon his bed.
Hebrew (26:14)
KJV (26:14)
As the door turneth upon his hinges, so doth the slothful upon his bed.
Inspired Version (26:15)
The slothful hideth his hand in his bosom; it grieveth him to bring it again to his mouth.
Hebrew (26:15)
טָ֘מַ֤ן (buries) עָצֵ֣ל (The slacker) יָ֭דוֹ (his hand) בַּצַּלָּ֑חַת (in the dish); נִ֝לְאָ֗ה (it wearies him) לַֽהֲשִׁיבָ֥הּ (to bring it back) אֶל־ (to) פִּֽיו׃ (his mouth).
KJV (26:15)
The slothful hideth his hand in his bosom; it grieveth him to bring it again to his mouth.
Inspired Version (26:16)
The sluggard is wiser in his own conceit than seven men that can render a reason.
Hebrew (26:16)
חָכָ֣ם ([is] wiser) עָצֵ֣ל (The slacker) בְּעֵינָ֑יו (in his own eyes) מִ֝שִּׁבְעָ֗ה (than seven men) מְשִׁ֣יבֵי (who answer) טָֽעַם׃ (discreetly).
KJV (26:16)
The sluggard is wiser in his own conceit than seven men that can render a reason.
Inspired Version (26:17)
He that passeth by and meddleth with strife belonging not to him is like one that taketh a dog by the ears.
Hebrew (26:17)
מַחֲזִ֥יק (Like one who grabs) בְּאָזְנֵי־ (by the ears) כָ֑לֶב (a dog) עֹבֵ֥ר (is a passerby) מִ֝תְעַבֵּ֗ר (who meddles) עַל־ (in) רִ֥יב (a quarrel) לֹּֽא־ (not) לֽוֹ׃ (his own).
KJV (26:17)
He that passeth by, and meddleth with strife belonging not to him, is like one that taketh a dog by the ears.
Inspired Version (26:18)
As a mad man who casteth firebrands, arrows, and death,
Hebrew (26:18)
כְּֽ֭מִתְלַהְלֵהַּ (Like a madman) הַיֹּרֶ֥ה (shooting) זִקִּ֗ים (firebrands) חִצִּ֥ים (arrows), וָמָֽוֶת׃ (and deadly)
KJV (26:18)
As a mad man who casteth firebrands, arrows, and death,
Inspired Version (26:19)
So is the man that deceiveth his neighbor and saith, Am not I in sport?
Hebrew (26:19)
KJV (26:19)
So is the man that deceiveth his neighbor, and saith, Am not I in sport?
Inspired Version (26:20)
Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out; so where there is no talebearer, the strife ceaseth.
Hebrew (26:20)
בְּאֶ֣פֶס (Without) עֵ֭צִים (wood), תִּכְבֶּה־ (goes out); אֵ֑שׁ (a fire) וּבְאֵ֥ין (without) נִ֝רְגָּ֗ן (gossip), יִשְׁתֹּ֥ק (ceases). מָדֽוֹן׃ (a conflict)
KJV (26:20)
Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out: so where there is no talebearer, the strife ceaseth.
Inspired Version (26:21)
As coals are to burning coals and wood to fire, so is a contentious man to kindle strife.
Hebrew (26:21)
פֶּחָ֣ם (Like charcoal) לְ֭גֶחָלִים (for embers) וְעֵצִ֣ים (and wood) לְאֵ֑שׁ (for fire), וְאִ֥ישׁ (man) מְדוֹנִים (so is a quarrelsome) לְחַרְחַר־ (for kindling) רִֽיב׃פ (strife).
KJV (26:21)
As coals are to burning coals, and wood to fire; so is a contentious man to kindle strife.
Inspired Version (26:22)
The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly.
Hebrew (26:22)
KJV (26:22)
The words of a talebearer are as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly.
Inspired Version (26:23)
Burning lips and a wicked heart are like a potsherd covered with silver dross.
Hebrew (26:23)
כֶּ֣סֶף (Like glaze) סִ֭יגִים (. . .) מְצֻפֶּ֣ה (covering) עַל־ (. . .) חָ֑רֶשׂ (an earthen vessel) שְׂפָתַ֖יִם (lips) דֹּלְקִ֣ים (are burning) וְלֶב־ (heart). רָֽע׃ (and a wicked)
KJV (26:23)
Burning lips and a wicked heart are like a potsherd covered with silver dross.
Inspired Version (26:24)
He that hateth dissembleth with his lips and layeth up deceit within him;
Hebrew (26:24)
בִּשְׂפָתוֹ (with his speech), יִנָּכֵ֣ר (disguises himself) שׂוֹנֵ֑א (A hateful man) וּ֝בְקִרְבּ֗וֹ (in his heart). יָשִׁ֥ית (but he lays up) מִרְמָֽה׃ (deceit)
KJV (26:24)
He that hateth dissembleth with his lips, and layeth up deceit within him;
Inspired Version (26:25)
When he speaketh fair, believe him not; for there are seven abominations in his heart.
Hebrew (26:25)
כִּֽי־ (When) יְחַנֵּ֣ן (graciously), ק֭וֹלוֹ (he speaks) אַל־ (do not) תַּֽאֲמֶן־ (believe) בּ֑וֹ (him), כִּ֤י (for) שֶׁ֖בַע (seven) תּוֹעֵב֣וֹת (abominations) בְּלִבּֽוֹ׃ ([fill] his heart).
KJV (26:25)
When he speaketh fair, believe him not: for there are seven abominations in his heart.
Inspired Version (26:26)
Whose hatred is covered by deceit, his wickedness shall be showed before the whole congregation.
Hebrew (26:26)
תִּכַּסֶּ֣ה (is concealed) שִׂ֭נְאָה (Though his hatred) בְּמַשָּׁא֑וֹן (by deception), תִּגָּלֶ֖ה (will be exposed) רָעָת֣וֹ (his wickedness) בְקָהָֽל׃ (in the assembly).
KJV (26:26)
Whose hatred is covered by deceit, his wickedness shall be showed before the whole congregation.
Inspired Version (26:27)
Whoso diggeth a pit shall fall therein; and he that rolleth a stone, it will return upon him.
Hebrew (26:27)
KJV (26:27)
Whoso diggeth a pit shall fall therein: and he that rolleth a stone, it will return upon him.
Inspired Version (26:28)
A lying tongue hateth those that are afflicted by it; and a flattering mouth worketh ruin.
Hebrew (26:28)
KJV (26:28)
A lying tongue hateth those that are afflicted by it; and a flattering mouth worketh ruin.
Inspired Version (27:1)
Boast not thyself of tomorrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth.
Hebrew (27:1)
KJV (27:1)
Boast not thyself of tomorrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth.
Inspired Version (27:2)
Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth; a stranger, and not thine own lips.
Hebrew (27:2)
יְהַלֶּלְךָ֣ (praise you), זָ֣ר (Let another) וְלֹא־ (and not) פִ֑יךָ (your own mouth)— נָ֝כְרִ֗י (a stranger), וְאַל־ (and not) שְׂפָתֶֽיךָ׃ (your own lips).
KJV (27:2)
Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth; a stranger, and not thine own lips.
Inspired Version (27:3)
A stone is heavy, and the sand weighty; but a fool's wrath is heavier than them both.
Hebrew (27:3)
KJV (27:3)
A stone is heavy, and the sand weighty; but a fool's wrath is heavier than them both.
Inspired Version (27:4)
Wrath is cruel, and anger is outrageous. But who is able to stand before envy?
Hebrew (27:4)
KJV (27:4)
Wrath is cruel, and anger is outrageous; but who is able to stand before envy?
Inspired Version (27:5)
Open rebuke is better than secret love.
Hebrew (27:5)
ט֭וֹבָה (Better) תּוֹכַ֣חַת (rebuke) מְגֻלָּ֑ה (an open) מֵֽאַהֲבָ֥ה (than love) מְסֻתָּֽרֶת׃ (that is concealed).
KJV (27:5)
Open rebuke is better than secret love.
Inspired Version (27:6)
Faithful are the wounds of a friend; but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful.
Hebrew (27:6)
נֶ֭אֱמָנִים (are faithful), פִּצְעֵ֣י (The wounds) אוֹהֵ֑ב (of a friend) וְ֝נַעְתָּר֗וֹת ([are] deceitful). נְשִׁיק֥וֹת (but the kisses) שׂוֹנֵֽא׃ (of an enemy)
KJV (27:6)
Faithful are the wounds of a friend; but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful.
Inspired Version (27:7)
The full soul loatheth a honeycomb; but to the hungry soul every bitter thing is sweet.
Hebrew (27:7)
KJV (27:7)
The full soul loatheth a honeycomb; but to the hungry soul every bitter thing is sweet.
Inspired Version (27:8)
As a bird that wandereth from her nest, so is a man that wandereth from his place.
Hebrew (27:8)
כְּ֭צִפּוֹר (Like a bird) נוֹדֶ֣דֶת (that strays) מִן־ (from) קִנָּ֑הּ (its nest) כֵּֽן־ (-) אִ֝֗ישׁ ([is] a man) נוֹדֵ֥ד (who wanders) מִמְּקוֹמֽוֹ׃ (from his home).
KJV (27:8)
As a bird that wandereth from her nest, so is a man that wandereth from his place.
Inspired Version (27:9)
Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart; so doth the sweetness of a man's friend by hearty counsel.
Hebrew (27:9)
שֶׁ֣מֶן (Oil) וּ֭קְטֹרֶת (and incense) יְשַׂמַּֽח־ (bring joy) לֵ֑ב (to the heart), וּמֶ֥תֶק ([is] sweetness) רֵ֝עֵ֗הוּ (of a friend) מֵֽעֲצַת־ (and the counsel) נָֽפֶשׁ׃ (to the soul).
KJV (27:9)
Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart: so doth the sweetness of a man's friend by hearty counsel.
Inspired Version (27:10)
Thine own friend and thy father's friend forsake not; neither go into thy brother's house in the day of thy calamity; for better is a neighbor that is near than a brother far off.
Hebrew (27:10)
רֵֽעֲךָ֨ (your friend) וְרֵעֶה (friend), אָבִ֡יךָ (or your father’s) אַֽל־ (Do not) תַּעֲזֹ֗ב (forsake) וּבֵ֥ית (house) אָחִ֗יךָ (to your brother’s) אַל־ (and do not) תָּ֭בוֹא (go) בְּי֣וֹם (in the day) אֵידֶ֑ךָ (of your calamity); ט֥וֹב (better) שָׁכֵ֥ן (a neighbor) קָ֝ר֗וֹב (nearby) מֵאָ֥ח (than a brother) רָחֽוֹק׃ (far away).
KJV (27:10)
Thine own friend, and thy father's friend, forsake not; neither go into thy brother's house in the day of thy calamity: for better is a neighbor that is near than a brother far off.
Inspired Version (27:11)
My son, be wise, and make my heart glad, that I may answer him that reproacheth me.
Hebrew (27:11)
חֲכַ֣ם (Be wise), בְּ֭נִי (my son), וְשַׂמַּ֣ח (and bring joy) לִבִּ֑י (to my heart), וְאָשִׁ֖יבָה (so that I can answer) חֹרְפִ֣י (him who taunts me). דָבָֽר׃ (. . .)
KJV (27:11)
My son, be wise, and make my heart glad, that I may answer him that reproacheth me.
Inspired Version (27:12)
A prudent man foreseeth the evil and hideth himself; but the simple pass on and are punished.
Hebrew (27:12)
עָר֤וּם (The prudent) רָאָ֣ה (see) רָעָ֣ה (danger) נִסְתָּ֑ר (and take cover), פְּ֝תָאיִ֗ם ([but] the simple) עָבְר֥וּ (keep going) נֶעֱנָֽשׁוּ׃ ([and] pay the penalty).
KJV (27:12)
A prudent man foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself; but the simple pass on, and are punished.
Inspired Version (27:13)
Take his garment that is surety for a stranger, and take a pledge of him for a strange woman.
Hebrew (27:13)
קַח־ (Take) בִּ֭גְדוֹ (the garment) כִּי־ (of him who) עָ֣רַב (posts security) זָ֑ר (for a stranger); וּבְעַ֖ד (if it is for) נָכְרִיָּ֣ה (a foreigner). חַבְלֵֽהוּ׃ (get collateral)
KJV (27:13)
Take his garment that is surety for a stranger, and take a pledge of him for a strange woman.
Inspired Version (27:14)
He that blesseth his friend with a loud voice, rising early in the morning, it shall be counted a curse to him.
Hebrew (27:14)
מְבָ֘רֵ֤ךְ (If one blesses) רֵעֵ֨הוּ׀ (his neighbor) בְּק֣וֹל (voice) גָּ֭דוֹל (with a loud) בַּבֹּ֣קֶר (in the morning), הַשְׁכֵּ֑ים (early) קְ֝לָלָ֗ה (as a curse). תֵּחָ֥שֶׁב (it will be counted) לֽוֹ׃ (to him)
KJV (27:14)
He that blesseth his friend with a loud voice, rising early in the morning, it shall be counted a curse to him.
Inspired Version (27:15)
A continual dropping in a very rainy day and a contentious woman are alike.
Hebrew (27:15)
KJV (27:15)
A continual dropping in a very rainy day and a contentious woman are alike.
Inspired Version (27:16)
Whosoever hideth her hideth the wind and the ointment of his right hand, which bewrayeth itself.
Hebrew (27:16)
KJV (27:16)
Whosoever hideth her hideth the wind, and the ointment of his right hand, which bewrayeth itself.
Inspired Version (27:17)
Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.
Hebrew (27:17)
KJV (27:17)
Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.
Inspired Version (27:18)
Whoso keepeth the fig tree shall eat the fruit thereof; so he that waiteth on his master shall be honored.
Hebrew (27:18)
נֹצֵ֣ר (Whoever tends) תְּ֭אֵנָה (a fig tree) יֹאכַ֣ל (will eat) פִּרְיָ֑הּ (its fruit), וְשֹׁמֵ֖ר (and he who looks after) אֲדֹנָ֣יו (his master) יְכֻבָּֽד׃ (will be honored).
KJV (27:18)
Whoso keepeth the fig tree shall eat the fruit thereof: so he that waiteth on his master shall be honored.
Inspired Version (27:19)
As in water, face answereth to face, so the heart of man to man.
Hebrew (27:19)
כַּ֭מַּיִם (As water) הַפָּנִ֣ים (reflects the face) לַפָּנִ֑ים (. . .), כֵּ֤ן (so) לֵֽב־ (the heart) הָ֝אָדָ֗ם (reflects the true man) לָאָדָֽם׃ (. . .).
KJV (27:19)
As in water face answereth to face, so the heart of man to man.
Inspired Version (27:20)
Hell and destruction are never full; so the eyes of man are never satisfied.
Hebrew (27:20)
שְׁא֣וֹל (Sheol) וַאֲבַדֹּה (and Abaddon) לֹ֣א (are never) תִשְׂבַּ֑עְנָה (satisfied); וְעֵינֵ֥י (so the eyes) הָ֝אָדָ֗ם (of man) לֹ֣א (are never) תִשְׂבַּֽעְנָה׃ (satisfied).
KJV (27:20)
Hell and destruction are never full; so the eyes of man are never satisfied.
Inspired Version (27:21)
As the fining pot for silver and the furnace for gold, so is a man to his praise.
Hebrew (27:21)
KJV (27:21)
As the fining pot for silver, and the furnace for gold; so is a man to his praise.
Inspired Version (27:22)
Though thou shouldest bray a fool in a mortar among wheat with a pestle, yet will not his foolishness depart from him.
Hebrew (27:22)
אִ֥ם (Though) תִּכְתּֽוֹשׁ־ (you grind) אֶת־ (-) הָאֱוִ֨יל׀ (a fool) בַּֽמַּכְתֵּ֡שׁ (with mortar) בְּת֣וֹךְ ([and]) הָ֭רִיפוֹת (like grain) בַּֽעֱלִ֑י (a pestle), לֹא־ (will not) תָס֥וּר (depart) מֵ֝עָלָ֗יו (from him). אִוַּלְתּֽוֹ׃פ ([yet] his folly)
KJV (27:22)
Though thou shouldest bray a fool in a mortar among wheat with a pestle, yet will not his foolishness depart from him.
Inspired Version (27:23)
Be thou diligent to know the state of thy flocks, and look well to thy herds;
Hebrew (27:23)
KJV (27:23)
Be thou diligent to know the state of thy flocks, and look well to thy herds.
Inspired Version (27:24)
For riches are not forever. And doth the crown endure to every generation?
Hebrew (27:24)
KJV (27:24)
For riches are not for ever: and doth the crown endure to every generation?
Inspired Version (27:25)
The hay appeareth, and the tender grass showeth itself, and herbs of the mountains are gathered.
Hebrew (27:25)
גָּלָ֣ה (is removed) חָ֭צִיר (When hay) וְנִרְאָה־ (appears) דֶ֑שֶׁא (and new growth) וְ֝נֶאֶסְפ֗וּ (is gathered), עִשְּׂב֥וֹת (and the grass) הָרִֽים׃ (from the hills)
KJV (27:25)
The hay appeareth, and the tender grass showeth itself, and herbs of the mountains are gathered.
Inspired Version (27:26)
The lambs are for thy clothing, and the goats are the price of the field.
Hebrew (27:26)
כְּבָשִׂ֥ים (the lambs) לִלְבוּשֶׁ֑ךָ (will provide you with clothing), וּמְחִ֥יר (with the price) שָׂ֝דֶ֗ה (of a field). עַתּוּדִֽים׃ (and the goats)
KJV (27:26)
The lambs are for thy clothing, and the goats are the price of the field.
Inspired Version (27:27)
And thou shalt have goats' milk enough for thy food, for the food of thy household, and for the maintenance for thy maidens.
Hebrew (27:27)
וְדֵ֤י׀ (You will have plenty) חֲלֵ֬ב (milk) עִזִּ֗ים (of goats’) לְֽ֭לַחְמְךָ (to feed you)— לְלֶ֣חֶם (food) בֵּיתֶ֑ךָ (for your household) וְ֝חַיִּ֗ים (and nourishment) לְנַעֲרוֹתֶֽיךָ׃ (for your maidservants).
KJV (27:27)
And thou shalt have goats' milk enough for thy food, for the food of thy household, and for the maintenance for thy maidens.
Inspired Version (28:1)
The wicked flee when no man pursueth; but the righteous are bold as a lion.
Hebrew (28:1)
נָ֣סוּ (flee) וְאֵין־ (when no one) רֹדֵ֣ף (pursues), רָשָׁ֑ע (The wicked) וְ֝צַדִּיקִ֗ים (but the righteous) כִּכְפִ֥יר (as a lion). יִבְטָֽח׃ (are as bold)
KJV (28:1)
The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.
Inspired Version (28:2)
For the transgression of a land, many are the princes thereof; but by a man of understanding and knowledge, the state thereof shall be prolonged.
Hebrew (28:2)
בְּפֶ֣שַֽׁע (in rebellion) אֶ֭רֶץ (A land) רַבִּ֣ים (has many) שָׂרֶ֑יהָ (rulers), וּבְאָדָ֥ם (but a man) מֵבִ֥ין (of understanding) יֹ֝דֵ֗עַ ([and] knowledge) כֵּ֣ן (vvv) יַאֲרִֽיךְ׃ (maintains order).
KJV (28:2)
For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.
Inspired Version (28:3)
A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food.
Hebrew (28:3)
KJV (28:3)
A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food.
Inspired Version (28:4)
They that forsake the law praise the wicked; but such as keep the law contend with them.
Hebrew (28:4)
עֹזְבֵ֣י (Those who forsake) ת֭וֹרָה (the law) יְהַֽלְל֣וּ (praise) רָשָׁ֑ע (the wicked), וְשֹׁמְרֵ֥י (but those who keep) ת֝וֹרָ֗ה (the law) יִתְגָּ֥רוּ (resist) בָֽם׃פ (them).
KJV (28:4)
They that forsake the law praise the wicked: but such as keep the law contend with them.
Inspired Version (28:5)
Evil men understand not judgment; but they that seek the Lord understand all things.
Hebrew (28:5)
אַנְשֵׁי־ (men) רָ֭ע (Evil) לֹא־ (do not) יָבִ֣ינוּ (understand) מִשְׁפָּ֑ט (justice), וּמְבַקְשֵׁ֥י (but those who seek) יְ֝הוָ֗ה (the LORD) יָבִ֥ינוּ (comprehend) כֹֽל׃ (fully).
KJV (28:5)
Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the LORD understand all things.
Inspired Version (28:6)
Better is the poor that walketh in his uprightness than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.
Hebrew (28:6)
טֽוֹב־ (Better) רָ֭שׁ (a poor man) הוֹלֵ֣ךְ (who walks) בְּתֻמּ֑וֹ (with integrity) מֵעִקֵּ֥שׁ (are perverse). דְּ֝רָכַ֗יִם (whose ways) וְה֣וּא (. . .) עָשִֽׁיר׃ (than a rich man)
KJV (28:6)
Better is the poor that walketh in his uprightness, than he that is perverse in his ways, though he be rich.
Inspired Version (28:7)
Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son; but he that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father.
Hebrew (28:7)
KJV (28:7)
Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father.
Inspired Version (28:8)
He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, he shall gather it for him that will pity the poor.
Hebrew (28:8)
מַרְבֶּ֣ה (He who increases) ה֭וֹנוֹ (his wealth) בְּנֶ֣שֶׁךְ (by interest) וּבְתַרְבִּית (and usury) לְחוֹנֵ֖ן (for one who is kind) דַּלִּ֣ים (to the poor). יִקְבְּצֶֽנּוּ׃ (lays it up)
KJV (28:8)
He that by usury and unjust gain increaseth his substance, he shall gather it for him that will pity the poor.
Inspired Version (28:9)
He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination.
Hebrew (28:9)
מֵסִ֣יר (Whoever turns) אָ֭זְנוֹ (his ear {away}) מִשְּׁמֹ֣עַ (from hearing) תּוֹרָ֑ה (the law), גַּֽם־ (even) תְּ֝פִלָּת֗וֹ (his prayer) תּוֹעֵבָֽה׃ (is detestable).
KJV (28:9)
He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination.
Inspired Version (28:10)
Whoso causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit; but the upright shall have good things in possession.
Hebrew (28:10)
מַשְׁגֶּ֤ה (He who leads) יְשָׁרִ֨ים׀ (the upright) בְּדֶ֥רֶךְ (along the path) רָ֗ע (of evil) בִּשְׁחוּת֥וֹ (pit), הֽוּא־ (into his own) יִפּ֑וֹל (will fall) וּ֝תְמִימִ֗ים (but the blameless) יִנְחֲלוּ־ (will inherit) טֽוֹב׃ (what is good).
KJV (28:10)
Whoso causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit: but the upright shall have good things in possession.
Inspired Version (28:11)
The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.
Hebrew (28:11)
חָכָ֣ם (is wise) בְּ֭עֵינָיו (in his own eyes), אִ֣ישׁ (man) עָשִׁ֑יר (A rich) וְדַ֖ל (but a poor man) מֵבִ֣ין (with discernment) יַחְקְרֶֽנּוּ׃ (sees through him).
KJV (28:11)
The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.
Inspired Version (28:12)
When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden.
Hebrew (28:12)
בַּעֲלֹ֣ץ (triumph), צַ֭דִּיקִים (When the righteous) רַבָּ֣ה (there is great) תִפְאָ֑רֶת (glory), וּבְק֥וּם (rise), רְ֝שָׁעִ֗ים (but when the wicked) יְחֻפַּ֥שׂ (hide themselves). אָדָֽם׃ (men)
KJV (28:12)
When righteous men do rejoice, there is great glory: but when the wicked rise, a man is hidden.
Inspired Version (28:13)
He that covereth his sins shall not prosper; but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.
Hebrew (28:13)
מְכַסֶּ֣ה (He who conceals) פְ֭שָׁעָיו (his sins) לֹ֣א (will not) יַצְלִ֑יחַ (prosper), וּמוֹדֶ֖ה (but whoever confesses) וְעֹזֵ֣ב (and renounces them) יְרֻחָֽם׃ (will find mercy).
KJV (28:13)
He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.
Inspired Version (28:14)
Happy is the man that feareth always; but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.
Hebrew (28:14)
אַשְׁרֵ֣י (Blessed) אָ֭דָם ([is] the man) מְפַחֵ֣ד (reverent), תָּמִ֑יד (who is always) וּמַקְשֶׁ֥ה (but he who hardens) לִ֝בּ֗וֹ (his heart) יִפּ֥וֹל (falls) בְּרָעָֽה׃ (into trouble).
KJV (28:14)
Happy is the man that feareth always: but he that hardeneth his heart shall fall into mischief.
Inspired Version (28:15)
As a roaring lion and a ranging bear, so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.
Hebrew (28:15)
KJV (28:15)
As a roaring lion, and a ranging bear; so is a wicked ruler over the poor people.
Inspired Version (28:16)
The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor; but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.
Hebrew (28:16)
נָגִ֗יד (A leader) חֲסַ֣ר (who lacks) תְּ֭בוּנוֹת (judgment) וְרַ֥ב ([is] also a great) מַעֲשַׁקּ֑וֹת (oppressor), שֹׂנְאֵי (but he who hates) בֶ֝֗צַע (dishonest profit) יַאֲרִ֥יךְ (will prolong) יָמִֽים׃פ ([his] days).
KJV (28:16)
The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.
Inspired Version (28:17)
A man that doeth violence to the blood of any person shall flee to the pit; let no man stay him.
Hebrew (28:17)
KJV (28:17)
A man that doeth violence to the blood of any person shall flee to the pit; let no man stay him.
Inspired Version (28:18)
Whoso walketh uprightly shall be saved; but he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.
Hebrew (28:18)
הוֹלֵ֣ךְ (He who walks) תָּ֭מִים (with integrity) יִוָּשֵׁ֑עַ (will be kept safe), וְנֶעְקַ֥שׁ (but whoever is perverse) דְּ֝רָכַ֗יִם ([in his] ways) יִפּ֥וֹל (fall). בְּאֶחָֽת׃ (will suddenly)
KJV (28:18)
Whoso walketh uprightly shall be saved: but he that is perverse in his ways shall fall at once.
Inspired Version (28:19)
He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread; but he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough.
Hebrew (28:19)
עֹבֵ֣ד (The one who works) אַ֭דְמָתוֹ (his land) יִֽשְׂבַּֽע־ (will have plenty of) לָ֑חֶם (food), וּמְרַדֵּ֥ף (but whoever chases) רֵ֝קִ֗ים (fantasies) יִֽשְׂבַּֽע־ (will have his fill) רִֽישׁ׃ (of poverty).
KJV (28:19)
He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough.
Inspired Version (28:20)
A faithful man shall abound with blessings; but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent.
Hebrew (28:20)
אִ֣ישׁ (man) אֱ֭מוּנוֹת (A faithful) רַב־ (will abound) בְּרָכ֑וֹת (with blessings), וְאָ֥ץ (but one eager) לְ֝הַעֲשִׁ֗יר (to be rich) לֹ֣א (will not) יִנָּקֶֽה׃ (go unpunished).
KJV (28:20)
A faithful man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent.
Inspired Version (28:21)
To have respect of persons is not good; for, for a piece of bread that man will transgress.
Hebrew (28:21)
KJV (28:21)
To have respect of persons is not good: for for a piece of bread that man will transgress.
Inspired Version (28:22)
He that hasteth to be rich hath an evil eye and considereth not that poverty shall come upon him.
Hebrew (28:22)
KJV (28:22)
He that hasteth to be rich hath an evil eye, and considereth not that poverty shall come upon him.
Inspired Version (28:23)
He that rebuketh a man, afterwards shall find more favor than he that flattereth with the tongue.
Hebrew (28:23)
מ֘וֹכִ֤יחַ (He who rebukes) אָדָ֣ם (a man) אַ֭חֲרַי (will later) חֵ֣ן (more favor) יִמְצָ֑א (find) מִֽמַּחֲלִ֥יק (than one who flatters) לָשֽׁוֹן׃ (with his tongue).
KJV (28:23)
He that rebuketh a man afterwards shall find more favor than he that flattereth with the tongue.
Inspired Version (28:24)
Whoso robbeth his father or his mother and saith, It is no transgression, the same is the companion of a destroyer.
Hebrew (28:24)
KJV (28:24)
Whoso robbeth his father or his mother, and saith, It is no transgression; the same is the companion of a destroyer.
Inspired Version (28:25)
He that is of a proud heart stirreth up strife; but he that putteth his trust in the Lord shall be made fat.
Hebrew (28:25)
רְחַב־ (A greedy man) נֶ֭פֶשׁ (. . .) יְגָרֶ֣ה (stirs up) מָד֑וֹן (strife), וּבוֹטֵ֖חַ (but he who trusts) עַל־ (in) יְהוָ֣ה (the LORD) יְדֻשָּֽׁן׃ (will prosper).
KJV (28:25)
He that is of a proud heart stirreth up strife: but he that putteth his trust in the LORD shall be made fat.
Inspired Version (28:26)
He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool; but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered.
Hebrew (28:26)
בּוֹטֵ֣חַ (He who trusts) בְּ֭לִבּוֹ (in himself) ה֣וּא (. . .) כְסִ֑יל (is a fool), וְהוֹלֵ֥ךְ (but one who walks) בְּ֝חָכְמָ֗ה (in wisdom) ה֣וּא (. . .) יִמָּלֵֽט׃ (will be safe).
KJV (28:26)
He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered.
Inspired Version (28:27)
He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack; but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse.
Hebrew (28:27)
נוֹתֵ֣ן (Whoever gives) לָ֭רָשׁ (to the poor) אֵ֣ין (will not) מַחְס֑וֹר (be in need), וּמַעְלִ֥ים (but he who hides) עֵ֝ינָ֗יו (his eyes) רַב־ (will receive many) מְאֵרֽוֹת׃ (curses).
KJV (28:27)
He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack: but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse.
Inspired Version (28:28)
When the wicked rise, men hide themselves; but when they perish, the righteous increase.
Hebrew (28:28)
בְּק֣וּם (come to power), רְ֭שָׁעִים (When the wicked) יִסָּתֵ֣ר (hide themselves); אָדָ֑ם (people) וּ֝בְאָבְדָ֗ם (but when they perish), יִרְבּ֥וּ (flourish). צַדִּיקִֽים׃ (the righteous)
KJV (28:28)
When the wicked rise, men hide themselves: but when they perish, the righteous increase.
Inspired Version (29:1)
He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed--and that without remedy.
Hebrew (29:1)
אִ֣ישׁ (A man who) תּ֭וֹכָחוֹת (after much reproof) מַקְשֶׁה־ (remains stiff-necked) עֹ֑רֶף (. . .) פֶּ֥תַע (will suddenly) יִ֝שָּׁבֵ֗ר (be shattered) וְאֵ֣ין (-) מַרְפֵּֽא׃ (beyond recovery).
KJV (29:1)
He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.
Inspired Version (29:2)
When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.
Hebrew (29:2)
בִּרְב֣וֹת (flourish), צַ֭דִּיקִים (When the righteous) יִשְׂמַ֣ח (rejoice), הָעָ֑ם (the people) וּבִמְשֹׁ֥ל (rule), רָ֝שָׁ֗ע (but when the wicked) יֵאָ֥נַֽח (groan). עָֽם׃ (the people)
KJV (29:2)
When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.
Inspired Version (29:3)
Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father; but he that keepeth company with harlots spendeth his substance.
Hebrew (29:3)
KJV (29:3)
Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father: but he that keepeth company with harlots spendeth his substance.
Inspired Version (29:4)
The king by judgment establisheth the land; but he that receiveth gifts overthroweth it.
Hebrew (29:4)
מֶ֗לֶךְ (a king) בְּ֭מִשְׁפָּט (By justice) יַעֲמִ֣יד (brings stability) אָ֑רֶץ (to the land), וְאִ֖ישׁ (but a man) תְּרוּמ֣וֹת (who exacts tribute) יֶֽהֶרְסֶֽנָּה׃ (demolishes it).
KJV (29:4)
The king by judgment establisheth the land: but he that receiveth gifts overthroweth it.
Inspired Version (29:5)
A man that flattereth his neighbor spreadeth a net for his feet.
Hebrew (29:5)
KJV (29:5)
A man that flattereth his neighbor spreadeth a net for his feet.
Inspired Version (29:6)
In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare; but the righteous doth sing and rejoice.
Hebrew (29:6)
בְּפֶ֤שַֽׁע (by his own sin), אִ֣ישׁ (man) רָ֣ע (An evil) מוֹקֵ֑שׁ (is caught) וְ֝צַדִּ֗יק (but a righteous one) יָר֥וּן (sings) וְשָׂמֵֽחַ׃ (and rejoices).
KJV (29:6)
In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare: but the righteous doth sing and rejoice.
Inspired Version (29:7)
The righteous considereth the cause of the poor; but the wicked regardeth not to know it.
Hebrew (29:7)
KJV (29:7)
The righteous considereth the cause of the poor: but the wicked regardeth not to know it.
Inspired Version (29:8)
Scornful men bring a city into a snare; but wise men turn away wrath.
Hebrew (29:8)
אַנְשֵׁ֣י (Mockers) לָ֭צוֹן (. . .) יָפִ֣יחוּ (inflame) קִרְיָ֑ה (a city), וַ֝חֲכָמִ֗ים (but the wise) יָשִׁ֥יבוּ (turn away) אָֽף׃ (anger).
KJV (29:8)
Scornful men bring a city into a snare: but wise men turn away wrath.
Inspired Version (29:9)
If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest.
Hebrew (29:9)
אִֽישׁ־ (man) חָכָ֗ם (If a wise) נִ֭שְׁפָּט (goes to court) אֶת־ (with) אִ֣ישׁ (. . .) אֱוִ֑יל (a fool), וְרָגַ֥ז (there will be raving) וְ֝שָׂחַ֗ק (and laughing) וְאֵ֣ין (with no) נָֽחַת׃ (resolution).
KJV (29:9)
If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest.
Inspired Version (29:10)
The bloodthirsty hate the upright; but the just seek his soul.
Hebrew (29:10)
אַנְשֵׁ֣י (Men) דָ֭מִים (of bloodshed) יִשְׂנְאוּ־ (hate) תָ֑ם (a blameless man), וִֽ֝ישָׁרִ֗ים (but the upright) יְבַקְשׁ֥וּ (care for) נַפְשֽׁוֹ׃ (his life).
KJV (29:10)
The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.
Inspired Version (29:11)
A fool uttereth all his mind; but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards.
Hebrew (29:11)
כָּל־ (all) ר֭וּחוֹ (his anger), יוֹצִ֣יא (vents) כְסִ֑יל (A fool) וְ֝חָכָ֗ם (but a wise man) בְּאָח֥וֹר (it back). יְשַׁבְּחֶֽנָּה׃ (holds)
KJV (29:11)
A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards.
Inspired Version (29:12)
If a ruler hearken to lies, all his servants are wicked.
Hebrew (29:12)
מֹ֭שֵׁל (If a ruler) מַקְשִׁ֣יב (listens) עַל־ (to) דְּבַר־ (lies) שָׁ֑קֶר (. . .), כָּֽל־ (all) מְשָׁרְתָ֥יו (his officials) רְשָׁעִֽים׃ (will be wicked).
KJV (29:12)
If a ruler hearken to lies, all his servants are wicked.
Inspired Version (29:13)
The poor and the deceitful man meet together; the Lord lighteneth both their eyes.
Hebrew (29:13)
רָ֤שׁ (The poor man) וְאִ֣ישׁ (and the oppressor) תְּכָכִ֣ים (. . .) נִפְגָּ֑שׁוּ (have this in common): מֵ֤אִיר־ (gives light) עֵינֵ֖י (to the eyes) שְׁנֵיהֶ֣ם (of both). יְהוָֽה׃ (The LORD)
KJV (29:13)
The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the LORD lighteneth both their eyes.
Inspired Version (29:14)
The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established forever.
Hebrew (29:14)
מֶ֤לֶךְ (A king) שׁוֹפֵ֣ט (who judges) בֶּֽאֱמֶ֣ת (with fairness)— דַּלִּ֑ים (the poor) כִּ֝סְא֗וֹ (his throne) לָעַ֥ד (forever). יִכּֽוֹן׃ (will be established)
KJV (29:14)
The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, his throne shall be established for ever.
Inspired Version (29:15)
The rod and reproof give wisdom; but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.
Hebrew (29:15)
שֵׁ֣בֶט (A rod) וְ֭תוֹכַחַת (of correction) יִתֵּ֣ן (imparts) חָכְמָ֑ה (wisdom), וְנַ֥עַר (but a child) מְ֝שֻׁלָּ֗ח (left to himself) מֵבִ֥ישׁ (disgraces) אִמּֽוֹ׃ (his mother).
KJV (29:15)
The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.
Inspired Version (29:16)
When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth; but the righteous shall see their fall.
Hebrew (29:16)
בִּרְב֣וֹת (thrive), רְ֭שָׁעִים (When the wicked) יִרְבֶּה־ (increases); פָּ֑שַׁע (rebellion) וְ֝צַדִּיקִ֗ים (but the righteous) בְּֽמַפַּלְתָּ֥ם (their downfall). יִרְאֽוּ׃ (will see)
KJV (29:16)
When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increaseth: but the righteous shall see their fall.
Inspired Version (29:17)
Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.
Hebrew (29:17)
יַסֵּ֣ר (Discipline) בִּ֭נְךָ (your son), וִֽינִיחֶ֑ךָ (and he will give you rest); וְיִתֵּ֖ן (he will bring) מַעֲדַנִּ֣ים (delight) לְנַפְשֶֽׁךָ׃פ (to your soul).
KJV (29:17)
Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.
Inspired Version (29:18)
Where there is no vision, the people perish; but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.
Hebrew (29:18)
בְּאֵ֣ין (Where [there is] no) חָ֭זוֹן (vision), יִפָּ֣רַֽע (cast off restraint); עָ֑ם (the people) וְשֹׁמֵ֖ר (he who keeps) תּוֹרָ֣ה (the Law). אַשְׁרֵֽהוּ׃ (but blessed [is])
KJV (29:18)
Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.
Inspired Version (29:19)
A servant will not be corrected by words; for though he understand, he will not answer.
Hebrew (29:19)
KJV (29:19)
A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer.
Inspired Version (29:20)
Seest thou a man that is hasty in his words? There is more hope of a fool than of him.
Hebrew (29:20)
חָזִ֗יתָ (Do you see) אִ֭ישׁ (a man) אָ֣ץ (in haste)? בִּדְבָרָ֑יו (who speaks) תִּקְוָ֖ה (There is more hope) לִכְסִ֣יל (for a fool) מִמֶּֽנּוּ׃ (than for him).
KJV (29:20)
Seest thou a man that is hasty in his words? there is more hope of a fool than of him.
Inspired Version (29:21)
He that delicately bringeth up his servant from a child shall have him become his son at the length.
Hebrew (29:21)
KJV (29:21)
He that delicately bringeth up his servant from a child shall have him become his son at the length.
Inspired Version (29:22)
An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.
Hebrew (29:22)
KJV (29:22)
An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.
Inspired Version (29:23)
A man's pride shall bring him low; but honor shall uphold the humble in spirit.
Hebrew (29:23)
KJV (29:23)
A man's pride shall bring him low: but honor shall uphold the humble in spirit.
Inspired Version (29:24)
Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul; he heareth cursing and bewrayeth it not.
Hebrew (29:24)
KJV (29:24)
Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul: he heareth cursing, and bewrayeth it not.
Inspired Version (29:25)
The fear of man bringeth a snare; but whoso putteth his trust in the Lord shall be safe.
Hebrew (29:25)
חֶרְדַּ֣ת (The fear) אָ֭דָם (of man) יִתֵּ֣ן (is) מוֹקֵ֑שׁ (a snare), וּבוֹטֵ֖חַ (but whoever trusts) בַּיהוָ֣ה (in the LORD) יְשֻׂגָּֽב׃ (is set securely on high).
KJV (29:25)
The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.
Inspired Version (29:26)
Many seek the ruler's favor; but every man's judgment cometh from the Lord.
Hebrew (29:26)
רַ֭בִּים (Many) מְבַקְשִׁ֣ים (seek) פְּנֵי־ (favor), מוֹשֵׁ֑ל (the ruler’s) וּ֝מֵיְהוָ֗ה (from the LORD). מִשְׁפַּט־ (receives justice) אִֽישׁ׃ (but a man)
KJV (29:26)
Many seek the ruler's favor; but every man's judgment cometh from the LORD.
Inspired Version (29:27)
An unjust man is an abomination to the just; and he that is upright in the way is abomination to the wicked.
Hebrew (29:27)
תּוֹעֲבַ֣ת (is detestable) צַ֭דִּיקִים (to the righteous), אִ֣ישׁ (man) עָ֑וֶל (An unjust) וְתוֹעֲבַ֖ת (is detestable) רָשָׁ֣ע (to the wicked). יְשַׁר־ (is upright) דָּֽרֶךְ׃פ (and one whose way)
KJV (29:27)
An unjust man is an abomination to the just: and he that is upright in the way is abomination to the wicked.
Inspired Version (30:1)
The words of Agur, the son of Jakeh, even the prophecy the man spake unto Ithiel, even unto Ithiel and Ucal:
Hebrew (30:1)
דִּבְרֵ֤י׀ ([These are] the words) אָג֥וּר (of Agur) בִּן־ (son) יָקֶ֗ה (of Jakeh)— הַמַּ֫שָּׂ֥א (the burden) נְאֻ֣ם (declared) הַ֭גֶּבֶר (that this man) לְאִֽיתִיאֵ֑ל (to Ithiel): לְאִ֖יתִיאֵ֣ל (I am weary, O God,) וְאֻכָֽל׃ (and worn out).
KJV (30:1)
The words of Agur the son of Jakeh, even the prophecy: the man spake unto Ithiel, even unto Ithiel and Ucal,
Inspired Version (30:2)
Surely I am more brutish than any man and have not the understanding of a man.
Hebrew (30:2)
KJV (30:2)
Surely I am more brutish than any man, and have not the understanding of a man.
Inspired Version (30:3)
I neither learned wisdom nor have the knowledge of the holy.
Hebrew (30:3)
וְלֹֽא־ (I have not) לָמַ֥דְתִּי (learned) חָכְמָ֑ה (wisdom), וְדַ֖עַת (and I have no knowledge) קְדֹשִׁ֣ים (of the Holy One). אֵדָֽע׃ (. . .)
KJV (30:3)
I neither learned wisdom, nor have the knowledge of the holy.
Inspired Version (30:4)
Who hath ascended up into heaven or descended? Who hath gathered the wind in his fists? Who hath bound the waters in a garment? Who hath established all the ends of the earth? What is his name, and what is his son's name, if thou canst tell?
Hebrew (30:4)
מִ֤י (Who) עָלָֽה־ (has ascended) שָׁמַ֨יִם׀ (to heaven) וַיֵּרַ֡ד (and come down)? מִ֤י (Who) אָֽסַף־ (has gathered) ר֨וּחַ׀ (the wind) בְּחָפְנָ֡יו (in His hands)? מִ֤י (Who) צָֽרַר־ (has bound up) מַ֨יִם׀ (the waters) בַּשִּׂמְלָ֗ה (in His cloak)? מִ֭י (Who) הֵקִ֣ים (has established) כָּל־ (all) אַפְסֵי־ (the ends) אָ֑רֶץ (of the earth)? מַה־ (What) שְּׁמ֥וֹ (is His name), וּמַֽה־ (and what) שֶּׁם־ (is the name) בְּ֝נ֗וֹ (of His Son)— כִּ֣י (surely) תֵדָֽע׃ (you know)!
KJV (30:4)
Who hath ascended up into heaven, or descended? who hath gathered the wind in his fists? who hath bound the waters in a garment? who hath established all the ends of the earth? what is his name, and what is his son's name, if thou canst tell?
Inspired Version (30:5)
Every word of God is pure; he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him.
Hebrew (30:5)
KJV (30:5)
Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him.
Inspired Version (30:6)
Add thou not unto his words, lest he reprove thee and thou be found a liar.
Hebrew (30:6)
אַל־ (Do not) תּ֥וֹסְףְּ (add) עַל־ (to) דְּבָרָ֑יו (His words), פֶּן־ (lest) יוֹכִ֖יחַ (He rebuke) בְּךָ֣ (you) וְנִכְזָֽבְתָּ׃פ (and prove you a liar).
KJV (30:6)
Add thou not unto his words, lest he reprove thee, and thou be found a liar.
Inspired Version (30:7)
Two things have I required of thee; deny me them not before I die;
Hebrew (30:7)
שְׁ֭תַּיִם (Two) שָׁאַ֣לְתִּי (things I ask) מֵאִתָּ֑ךְ (. . .) אַל־ (do not) תִּמְנַ֥ע (refuse me) מִ֝מֶּ֗נִּי (of You)— בְּטֶ֣רֶם (before) אָמֽוּת׃ (I die):
KJV (30:7)
Two things have I required of thee; deny me them not before I die:
Inspired Version (30:8)
Remove far from me vanity and lies; give me neither poverty nor riches; feed me with food convenient for me,
Hebrew (30:8)
KJV (30:8)
Remove far from me vanity and lies: give me neither poverty nor riches; feed me with food convenient for me:
Inspired Version (30:9)
Lest I be full, and deny thee, and say, Who is the Lord? Or lest I be poor, and steal, and take the name of my God in vain.
Hebrew (30:9)
פֶּ֥ן (Otherwise), אֶשְׂבַּ֨ע׀ (I may have too much) וְכִחַשְׁתִּי֮ (and deny You), וְאָמַ֗רְתִּי (saying), מִ֥י (Who) יְה֫וָ֥ה (is the LORD)? וּפֶֽן־ (Or) אִוָּרֵ֥שׁ (I may become poor) וְגָנַ֑בְתִּי (and steal), וְ֝תָפַ֗שְׂתִּי (profaning) שֵׁ֣ם (the name) אֱלֹהָֽי׃פ (of my God).
KJV (30:9)
Lest I be full, and deny thee, and say, Who is the LORD? or lest I be poor, and steal, and take the name of my God in vain.
Inspired Version (30:10)
Accuse not a servant unto his master, lest he curse thee and thou be found guilty.
Hebrew (30:10)
אַל־ (Do not) תַּלְשֵׁ֣ן (slander) עֶ֭בֶד (a servant) אֶל־ (to) אֲדֹנוֹ (his master), פֶּֽן־ (or) יְקַלֶּלְךָ֥ (he will curse you), וְאָשָֽׁמְתָּ׃ (and you will bear the guilt).
KJV (30:10)
Accuse not a servant unto his master, lest he curse thee, and thou be found guilty.
Inspired Version (30:11)
There is a generation that curseth their father and doth not bless their mother.
Hebrew (30:11)
KJV (30:11)
There is a generation that curseth their father, and doth not bless their mother.
Inspired Version (30:12)
There is a generation that are pure in their own eyes and yet is not washed from their filthiness.
Hebrew (30:12)
דּ֭וֹר (There is a generation) טָה֣וֹר (of those who are pure) בְּעֵינָ֑יו (in their own eyes) וּ֝מִצֹּאָת֗וֹ (of their filth). לֹ֣א (vvv) רֻחָֽץ׃ (and yet unwashed)
KJV (30:12)
There is a generation that are pure in their own eyes, and yet is not washed from their filthiness.
Inspired Version (30:13)
There is a generation--oh, how lofty are their eyes! And their eyelids are lifted up.
Hebrew (30:13)
דּ֭וֹר (There is a generation)— מָה־ (how) רָמ֣וּ (haughty) עֵינָ֑יו (are their eyes) וְ֝עַפְעַפָּ֗יו (are their glances)— יִנָּשֵֽׂאוּ׃ (and pretentious)
KJV (30:13)
There is a generation, O how lofty are their eyes! and their eyelids are lifted up.
Inspired Version (30:14)
There is a generation whose teeth are as swords and their jaw teeth as knives, to devour the poor from off the earth and the needy from among men.
Hebrew (30:14)
דּ֤וֹר׀ (there is a generation) חֲרָב֣וֹת (are swords) שִׁנָּיו֮ (whose teeth) וּֽמַאֲכָל֪וֹת (are knives), מְֽתַלְּעֹ֫תָ֥יו (and whose jaws) לֶאֱכֹ֣ל (devouring) עֲנִיִּ֣ים (the oppressed) מֵאֶ֑רֶץ (from the earth) וְ֝אֶבְיוֹנִ֗ים (and the needy) מֵאָדָֽם׃פ (from [among] men).
KJV (30:14)
There is a generation, whose teeth are as swords, and their jaw teeth as knives, to devour the poor from off the earth, and the needy from among men.
Inspired Version (30:15)
The horseleech hath two daughters, crying, Give, give. There are three things that are never satisfied, yea, four things say not, It is enough:
Hebrew (30:15)
לַֽעֲלוּקָ֨ה׀ (The leech) שְׁתֵּ֥י (has two) בָנוֹת֮ (daughters): הַ֤ב׀ (Give) הַ֥ב ([and] Give). שָׁל֣וֹשׁ (are three) הֵ֭נָּה (There) לֹ֣א ([things that] are never) תִשְׂבַּ֑עְנָה (satisfied), אַ֝רְבַּ֗ע (four [that]) לֹא־ (never) אָ֥מְרוּ (say), הֽוֹן׃ (Enough)!’:
KJV (30:15)
The horseleech hath two daughters, crying, Give, give. There are three things that are never satisfied, yea, four things say not, It is enough:
Inspired Version (30:16)
The grave; and the barren womb; the earth that is not filled with water; and the fire that saith not, It is enough.
Hebrew (30:16)
KJV (30:16)
The grave; and the barren womb; the earth that is not filled with water; and the fire that saith not, It is enough.
Inspired Version (30:17)
The eye that mocketh at his father and despiseth to obey his mother, the ravens of the valley shall pick it out, and the young eagles shall eat it.
Hebrew (30:17)
עַ֤יִן׀ (As for the eye) תִּֽלְעַ֣ג ([that] mocks) לְאָב֮ (a father) וְתָב֪וּז (and scorns) לִֽיקֲּהַ֫ת־ (obedience) אֵ֥ם (to a mother), יִקְּר֥וּהָ (pluck it out) עֹרְבֵי־ (may the ravens) נַ֑חַל (of the valley) וְֽיֹאכְל֥וּהָ (devour it). בְנֵי־ (and young) נָֽשֶׁר׃פ (vultures)
KJV (30:17)
The eye that mocketh at his father, and despiseth to obey his mother, the ravens of the valley shall pick it out, and the young eagles shall eat it.
Inspired Version (30:18)
There be three things which are too wonderful for me, yea, four which I know not:
Hebrew (30:18)
שְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה (are three [things]) הֵ֭מָּה (There) נִפְלְא֣וּ (too wonderful) מִמֶּ֑נִּי (for me), וְאַרְבָּע (four) לֹ֣א (that I cannot) יְדַעְתִּֽים׃ (understand):
KJV (30:18)
There be three things which are too wonderful for me, yea, four which I know not:
Inspired Version (30:19)
The way of an eagle in the air, the way of a serpent upon a rock, the way of a ship in the midst of the sea, and the way of a man with a maid.
Hebrew (30:19)
דֶּ֤רֶךְ (the way) הַנֶּ֨שֶׁר׀ (of an eagle) בַּשָּׁמַיִם֮ (in the sky), דֶּ֥רֶךְ (the way) נָחָ֗שׁ (of a snake) עֲלֵ֫י (on) צ֥וּר (a rock), דֶּֽרֶךְ־ (the way) אֳנִיָּ֥ה (of a ship) בְלֶב־ (vvv) יָ֑ם (at sea), וְדֶ֖רֶךְ (and the way) גֶּ֣בֶר (of a man) בְּעַלְמָֽה׃ (with a maiden).
KJV (30:19)
The way of an eagle in the air; the way of a serpent upon a rock; the way of a ship in the midst of the sea; and the way of a man with a maid.
Inspired Version (30:20)
Such is the way of an adulterous woman: She eateth, and wipeth her mouth, and saith, I have done no wickedness.
Hebrew (30:20)
כֵּ֤ן׀ (This) דֶּ֥רֶךְ (is the way) אִשָּׁ֗ה (of an adulteress) מְנָ֫אָ֥פֶת (. . .): אָ֭כְלָה (She eats) וּמָ֣חֲתָה (and wipes) פִ֑יהָ (her mouth) וְ֝אָמְרָ֗ה (and says), לֹֽא־ (nothing) פָעַ֥לְתִּי (I have done) אָֽוֶן׃פ (wrong).
KJV (30:20)
Such is the way of an adulterous woman; she eateth, and wipeth her mouth, and saith, I have done no wickedness.
Inspired Version (30:21)
For three things the earth is disquieted, and for four which it cannot bear:
Hebrew (30:21)
KJV (30:21)
For three things the earth is disquieted, and for four which it cannot bear:
Inspired Version (30:22)
For a servant when he reigneth, and a fool when he is filled with meat,
Hebrew (30:22)
תַּֽחַת־ (-) עֶ֭בֶד (a servant) כִּ֣י (who) יִמְל֑וֹךְ (becomes king), וְ֝נָבָ֗ל (a fool) כִּ֣י (who) יִֽשְׂבַּֽע־ (is filled) לָֽחֶם׃ (with food),
KJV (30:22)
For a servant when he reigneth; and a fool when he is filled with meat;
Inspired Version (30:23)
For an odious woman when she is married, and a handmaid that is heir to her mistress.
Hebrew (30:23)
תַּ֣חַת (-) שְׂ֭נוּאָה (an unloved woman) כִּ֣י (who) תִבָּעֵ֑ל (marries), וְ֝שִׁפְחָ֗ה (and a maidservant) כִּֽי־ (who) תִירַ֥שׁ (supplants) גְּבִרְתָּֽהּ׃פ (her mistress).
KJV (30:23)
For an odious woman when she is married; and a handmaid that is heir to her mistress.
Inspired Version (30:24)
There be four things which are little upon the earth, but they are exceeding wise:
Hebrew (30:24)
אַרְבָּ֣עָה (Four) הֵ֭ם (yet they) קְטַנֵּי־ (are small), אָ֑רֶץ (things on earth) וְ֝הֵ֗מָּה (. . .) חֲכָמִ֥ים (wise): מְחֻכָּמִֽים׃ (are exceedingly)
KJV (30:24)
There be four things which are little upon the earth, but they are exceeding wise:
Inspired Version (30:25)
The ants are a people not strong, yet they prepare their meat in the summer;
Hebrew (30:25)
הַ֭נְּמָלִים (The ants) עַ֣ם (are creatures) לֹא־ (of little) עָ֑ז (strength), וַיָּכִ֖ינוּ (yet they store up) בַקַּ֣יִץ (in the summer); לַחְמָֽם׃ (their food)
KJV (30:25)
The ants are a people not strong, yet they prepare their meat in the summer;
Inspired Version (30:26)
The conies are but a feeble folk, yet make they their houses in the rocks;
Hebrew (30:26)
שְׁ֭פַנִּים (the rock badgers) עַ֣ם (are creatures) לֹא־ (of little) עָצ֑וּם (power), וַיָּשִׂ֖ימוּ (yet they make) בַסֶּ֣לַע (in the rocks); בֵּיתָֽם׃ (their homes)
KJV (30:26)
The conies are but a feeble folk, yet make they their houses in the rocks;
Inspired Version (30:27)
The locusts have no king, yet go they forth all of them by bands;
Hebrew (30:27)
KJV (30:27)
The locusts have no king, yet go they forth all of them by bands;
Inspired Version (30:28)
The spider taketh hold with her hands and is in kings' palaces.
Hebrew (30:28)
שְׂ֭מָמִית (and the lizard) בְּיָדַ֣יִם (in one’s hands), תְּתַפֵּ֑שׂ (can be caught) וְ֝הִ֗יא (yet it) בְּהֵ֣יכְלֵי ([is found] in the palaces) מֶֽלֶךְ׃פ (of kings).
KJV (30:28)
The spider taketh hold with her hands, and is in kings' palaces.
Inspired Version (30:29)
There be three things which go well, yea, four are comely in going:
Hebrew (30:29)
שְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה (are three things) הֵ֭מָּה (There) מֵיטִ֣יבֵי (that are stately) צָ֑עַד (in their stride), וְ֝אַרְבָּעָ֗ה (and four that) מֵיטִ֥בֵי (are impressive) לָֽכֶת׃ (in their walk):
KJV (30:29)
There be three things which go well, yea, four are comely in going:
Inspired Version (30:30)
A lion, which is strongest among beasts and turneth not away from any;
Hebrew (30:30)
KJV (30:30)
A lion which is strongest among beasts, and turneth not away for any;
Inspired Version (30:31)
A greyhound; a he goat also; and a king, against whom there is no rising up.
Hebrew (30:31)
זַרְזִ֣יר (a strutting rooster) מָתְנַ֣יִם (. . .); אוֹ־ (. . .) תָ֑יִשׁ (a he-goat); וּ֝מֶ֗לֶךְ (and a king) אַלְק֥וּם (with his army) עִמּֽוֹ׃ (around him).
KJV (30:31)
A greyhound; a he goat also; and a king, against whom there is no rising up.
Inspired Version (30:32)
If thou hast done foolishly in lifting up thyself, or if thou hast thought evil, lay thine hand upon thy mouth.
Hebrew (30:32)
אִם־ (If) נָבַ֥לְתָּ (you have foolishly) בְהִתְנַשֵּׂ֑א (exalted yourself) וְאִם־ (or if) זַ֝מּ֗וֹתָ (you have plotted evil), יָ֣ד (put your hand) לְפֶֽה׃ (over your mouth).
KJV (30:32)
If thou hast done foolishly in lifting up thyself, or if thou hast thought evil, lay thine hand upon thy mouth.
Inspired Version (30:33)
Surely the churning of milk bringeth forth butter, and the wringing of the nose bringeth forth blood; so the forcing of wrath bringeth forth strife.
Hebrew (30:33)
KJV (30:33)
Surely the churning of milk bringeth forth butter, and the wringing of the nose bringeth forth blood: so the forcing of wrath bringeth forth strife.
Inspired Version (31:1)
The words of King Lemuel, the prophecy that his mother taught him:
Hebrew (31:1)
KJV (31:1)
The words of king Lemuel, the prophecy that his mother taught him.
Inspired Version (31:2)
What, my son? And what, the son of my womb? And what, the son of my vows?
Hebrew (31:2)
KJV (31:2)
What, my son? and what, the son of my womb? and what, the son of my vows?
Inspired Version (31:3)
Give not thy strength unto women nor thy ways to that which destroyeth kings.
Hebrew (31:3)
אַל־ (Do not) תִּתֵּ֣ן (spend) לַנָּשִׁ֣ים (on women) חֵילֶ֑ךָ (your strength) וּ֝דְרָכֶ֗יךָ (or your vigor) לַֽמְח֥וֹת (on those who ruin) מְלָכִֽין׃ (kings).
KJV (31:3)
Give not thy strength unto women, nor thy ways to that which destroyeth kings.
Inspired Version (31:4)
It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine, nor for princes strong drink,
Hebrew (31:4)
אַ֤ל (It is not) לַֽמְלָכִ֨ים׀ (for kings), לְֽמוֹאֵ֗ל (O Lemuel), אַ֣ל (it is not) לַֽמְלָכִ֣ים (for kings) שְׁתוֹ־ (to drink) יָ֑יִן (wine), וּ֝לְרוֹזְנִ֗ים (or for rulers) אוֹ ([to crave]) שֵׁכָֽר׃ (strong drink),
KJV (31:4)
It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine; nor for princes strong drink:
Inspired Version (31:5)
Lest they drink, and forget the law, and pervert the judgment of any of the afflicted.
Hebrew (31:5)
פֶּן־ (lest) יִ֭שְׁתֶּה (they drink) וְיִשְׁכַּ֣ח (and forget) מְחֻקָּ֑ק (what is decreed), וִֽ֝ישַׁנֶּה (depriving) דִּ֣ין (of justice). כָּל־ (all) בְּנֵי־ (the oppressed) עֹֽנִי׃ (. . .)
KJV (31:5)
Lest they drink, and forget the law, and pervert the judgment of any of the afflicted.
Inspired Version (31:6)
Give strong drink unto him that is ready to perish and wine unto those that be of heavy hearts.
Hebrew (31:6)
KJV (31:6)
Give strong drink unto him that is ready to perish, and wine unto those that be of heavy hearts.
Inspired Version (31:7)
Let him drink, and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more.
Hebrew (31:7)
יִ֭שְׁתֶּה (Let him drink) וְיִשְׁכַּ֣ח (and forget) רִישׁ֑וֹ (his poverty), וַ֝עֲמָל֗וֹ (his misery) לֹ֣א (no) יִזְכָּר־ (and remember) עֽוֹד׃ (more).
KJV (31:7)
Let him drink, and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more.
Inspired Version (31:8)
Open thy mouth for the dumb in the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction.
Hebrew (31:8)
KJV (31:8)
Open thy mouth for the dumb in the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction.
Inspired Version (31:9)
Open thy mouth, judge righteously, and plead the cause of the poor and needy.
Hebrew (31:9)
KJV (31:9)
Open thy mouth, judge righteously, and plead the cause of the poor and needy.
Inspired Version (31:10)
Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies.
Hebrew (31:10)
אֵֽשֶׁת־ (A wife) חַ֭יִל (of noble character), מִ֣י (who) יִמְצָ֑א (can find)? וְרָחֹ֖ק (She is far) מִפְּנִינִ֣ים (than rubies). מִכְרָֽהּ׃ (more precious)
KJV (31:10)
Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies.
Inspired Version (31:11)
The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil.
Hebrew (31:11)
בָּ֣טַח (trusts) בָּ֭הּ (in her), לֵ֣ב (The heart) בַּעְלָ֑הּ (of her husband) וְ֝שָׁלָ֗ל (of value). לֹ֣א (nothing) יֶחְסָֽר׃ (and he lacks)
KJV (31:11)
The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil.
Inspired Version (31:12)
She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life.
Hebrew (31:12)
KJV (31:12)
She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life.
Inspired Version (31:13)
She seeketh wool and flax and worketh willingly with her hands.
Hebrew (31:13)
דָּ֭רְשָׁה (She selects) צֶ֣מֶר (wool) וּפִשְׁתִּ֑ים (and flax) וַ֝תַּ֗עַשׂ (and works) בְּחֵ֣פֶץ (with eager) כַּפֶּֽיהָ׃ (hands).
KJV (31:13)
She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands.
Inspired Version (31:14)
She is like the merchants' ships; she bringeth her food from afar.
Hebrew (31:14)
הָ֭יְתָה (She is) כָּאֳנִיּ֣וֹת (ships), סוֹחֵ֑ר (like the merchant) מִ֝מֶּרְחָ֗ק (from afar). תָּבִ֥יא (bringing) לַחְמָֽהּ׃ (her food)
KJV (31:14)
She is like the merchants' ships; she bringeth her food from afar.
Inspired Version (31:15)
She riseth also while it is yet night and giveth meat to her household and a portion to her maidens.
Hebrew (31:15)
וַתָּ֤קָם׀ (She rises) בְּע֬וֹד (while it is still) לַ֗יְלָה (night) וַתִּתֵּ֣ן (to provide) טֶ֣רֶף (food) לְבֵיתָ֑הּ (for her household) וְ֝חֹ֗ק (and portions) לְנַעֲרֹתֶֽיהָ׃ (for her maidservants).
KJV (31:15)
She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens.
Inspired Version (31:16)
She considereth a field and buyeth it; with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard.
Hebrew (31:16)
זָמְמָ֣ה (She appraises) שָׂ֭דֶה (a field) וַתִּקָּחֵ֑הוּ (and buys it); מִפְּרִ֥י (from her earnings) כַ֝פֶּ֗יהָ (. . .) נְטַע (she plants) כָּֽרֶם׃ (a vineyard).
KJV (31:16)
She considereth a field, and buyeth it: with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard.
Inspired Version (31:17)
She girdeth her loins with strength and strengtheneth her arms.
Hebrew (31:17)
חָֽגְרָ֣ה (She girds herself) בְע֣וֹז (with strength) מָתְנֶ֑יהָ (. . .) וַ֝תְּאַמֵּ֗ץ (are strong). זְרֹעוֹתֶֽיהָ׃ (and shows that her arms)
KJV (31:17)
She girdeth her loins with strength, and strengtheneth her arms.
Inspired Version (31:18)
She perceiveth that her merchandise is good; her candle goeth not out by night.
Hebrew (31:18)
KJV (31:18)
She perceiveth that her merchandise is good: her candle goeth not out by night.
Inspired Version (31:19)
She layeth her hands to the spindle, and her hands hold the distaff.
Hebrew (31:19)
יָ֭דֶיהָ (out her hands) שִׁלְּחָ֣ה (She stretches) בַכִּישׁ֑וֹר (to the distaff) וְ֝כַפֶּ֗יהָ (with her fingers). תָּ֣מְכוּ (and grasps) פָֽלֶךְ׃ (the spindle)
KJV (31:19)
She layeth her hands to the spindle, and her hands hold the distaff.
Inspired Version (31:20)
She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needy.
Hebrew (31:20)
כַּ֭פָּהּ (her arms) פָּרְשָׂ֣ה (She opens) לֶעָנִ֑י (to the poor) וְ֝יָדֶ֗יהָ (her hands) שִׁלְּחָ֥ה (and reaches out) לָֽאֶבְיֽוֹן׃ (to the needy).
KJV (31:20)
She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needy.
Inspired Version (31:21)
She is not afraid of the snow for her household; for all her household are clothed with scarlet.
Hebrew (31:21)
לֹא־ (she has no) תִירָ֣א (fear) לְבֵיתָ֣הּ (for her household), מִשָּׁ֑לֶג (When it snows), כִּ֥י (for) כָל־ ([they are] all) בֵּ֝יתָ֗הּ (. . .) לָבֻ֥שׁ (clothed) שָׁנִֽים׃ (in scarlet).
KJV (31:21)
She is not afraid of the snow for her household: for all her household are clothed with scarlet.
Inspired Version (31:22)
She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing is silk and purple.
Hebrew (31:22)
מַרְבַדִּ֥ים (coverings for her bed); עָֽשְׂתָה־ (She makes) לָּ֑הּ () שֵׁ֖שׁ (is fine linen) וְאַרְגָּמָ֣ן (and purple). לְבוּשָֽׁהּ׃ (her clothing)
KJV (31:22)
She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing is silk and purple.
Inspired Version (31:23)
Her husband is known in the gates when he sitteth among the elders of the land.
Hebrew (31:23)
נוֹדָ֣ע (is known) בַּשְּׁעָרִ֣ים (at the city gates), בַּעְלָ֑הּ (Her husband) בְּ֝שִׁבְתּ֗וֹ (where he sits) עִם־ (among) זִקְנֵי־ (the elders) אָֽרֶץ׃ (of the land).
KJV (31:23)
Her husband is known in the gates, when he sitteth among the elders of the land.
Inspired Version (31:24)
She maketh fine linen, and selleth it, and delivereth girdles unto the merchant.
Hebrew (31:24)
סָדִ֣ין (linen garments) עָ֭שְׂתָה (She makes) וַתִּמְכֹּ֑ר (and sells [them]); וַ֝חֲג֗וֹר (sashes) נָתְנָ֥ה (she delivers) לַֽכְּנַעֲנִֽי׃ (to the merchants).
KJV (31:24)
She maketh fine linen, and selleth it; and delivereth girdles unto the merchant.
Inspired Version (31:25)
Strength and honor are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.
Hebrew (31:25)
עֹז־ (Strength) וְהָדָ֥ר (and honor) לְבוּשָׁ֑הּ (are her clothing), וַ֝תִּשְׂחַ֗ק (and she can laugh) לְי֣וֹם (at the days) אַחֲרֽוֹן׃ (to come).
KJV (31:25)
Strength and honor are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.
Inspired Version (31:26)
She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.
Hebrew (31:26)
פִּ֭יהָ (her mouth) פָּתְחָ֣ה (She opens) בְחָכְמָ֑ה (with wisdom), וְתֽוֹרַת־ (instruction) חֶ֝֗סֶד (and faithful) עַל־ (is on) לְשׁוֹנָֽהּ׃ (her tongue).
KJV (31:26)
She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.
Inspired Version (31:27)
She looketh well to the ways of her household and eateth not the bread of idleness.
Hebrew (31:27)
צ֭וֹפִיָּה (She watches over) הֲלִיכ֣וֹת (the affairs) בֵּיתָ֑הּ (of her household) וְלֶ֥חֶם (the bread) עַ֝צְל֗וּת (of idleness). לֹ֣א (and does not) תֹאכֵֽל׃ (eat)
KJV (31:27)
She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.
Inspired Version (31:28)
Her children arise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.
Hebrew (31:28)
קָ֣מוּ (rise up) בָ֭נֶיהָ (Her children) וַֽיְאַשְּׁר֑וּהָ (and call her blessed); בַּ֝עְלָ֗הּ (her husband) וַֽיְהַֽלְלָהּ׃ (praises her as well):
KJV (31:28)
Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.
Inspired Version (31:29)
Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all.
Hebrew (31:29)
KJV (31:29)
Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all.
Inspired Version (31:30)
Favor is deceitful, and beauty is vain; but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised.
Hebrew (31:30)
KJV (31:30)
Favor is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised.
Inspired Version (31:31)
Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates.
Hebrew (31:31)
תְּנוּ־ (Give) לָ֭הּ (her) מִפְּרִ֣י (the fruit) יָדֶ֑יהָ (of her hands), וִֽיהַלְל֖וּהָ (praise her) בַשְּׁעָרִ֣ים (at the gates). מַעֲשֶֽׂיהָ׃ (and let her works)
KJV (31:31)
Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates.