1 He that being often reproved hardeneth his neck Shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- He H376 (אִישׁ) — a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)
- that being often reproved H8433 (תּוֹכֵחָה) — chastisement; figuratively (by words) correction, refutation, proof (even in defence)
- hardeneth H7185 (קָשָׁה) — properly, to be dense, i.e. tough or severe (in various applications)
- neck H6203 (עֹרֶף) — the nape or back of the neck (as declining); hence, the back generally (whether literal or figurative)
- shall suddenly H6621 (פֶּתַע) — a wink, i.e. moment (used only [with or without preposition] adverbially, quickly or unexpectedly)
- be destroyed H7665 (שָׁבַר) — to burst (literally or figuratively)
- and that without remedy H4832 (מַרְפֵּא) — properly, curative, i.e. literally (concretely) a medicine, or (abstractly) a cure; figuratively (concretely) deliverance, or (abstractly) placidity
2 When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man beareth rule, the people sigh.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- When the righteous H6662 (צַדִּיק) — just
- are in authority H7235 (רָבָה) — to increase (in whatever respect)
- the people H5971 (עַם) — a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of Israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock
- rejoice H8055 (שָׂמַח) — probably to brighten up, i.e. (figuratively) be (causatively, make) blithe or gleesome
- but when the wicked H7563 (רָשָׁע) — morally wrong; concretely, an (actively) bad person
- beareth rule H4910 (מָשַׁל) — to rule
- mourn H584 (אָנַח) — to sigh
3 Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father; But he that keepeth company with harlots wasteth his substance.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Whoso H376 (אִישׁ) — a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)
- loveth H157 (אָהַב) — to have affection for (sexually or otherwise)
- wisdom H2451 (חׇכְמָה) — wisdom (in a good sense)
- rejoiceth H8055 (שָׂמַח) — probably to brighten up, i.e. (figuratively) be (causatively, make) blithe or gleesome
- his father H1 (אָב) — father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application
- but he that keepeth company H7462 (רָעָה) — to tend a flock; i.e. pasture it; intransitively, to graze (literally or figuratively); generally to rule; by extension, to associate with (as a friend)
- with harlots H2181 (זָנָה) — to commit adultery (usually of the female, and less often of simple fornication, rarely of involuntary ravishment); figuratively, to commit idolatry (the Jewish…
- spendeth H6 (אָבַד) — properly, to wander away, i.e. lose oneself; by implication to perish (causative, destroy)
- substance H1952 (הוֹן) — wealth; by implication, enough
4 The king by justice establisheth the land; But he that exacteth gifts overthroweth it.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- The king H4428 (מֶלֶךְ) — a king
- by judgment H4941 (מִשְׁפָּט) — properly, a verdict (favorable or unfavorable) pronounced judicially, especially a sentence or formal decree (human or (participant's) divine law, individual or…
- establisheth H5975 (עָמַד) — to stand, in various relations (literal and figurative, intransitive and transitive)
- the land H776 (אֶרֶץ) — the earth (at large, or partitively a land)
- but he H376 (אִישׁ) — a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)
- that receiveth gifts H8641 (תְּרוּמָה) — a present (as offered up), especially in sacrifice or as tribute
- overthroweth H2040 (הָרַס) — to pull down or in pieces, break, destroy
5 A man that flattereth his neighbor Spreadeth a net for his steps.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- A man H1397 (גֶּבֶר) — properly, a valiant man or warrior; generally, a person simply
- that flattereth H2505 (חָלַק) — to be smooth (figuratively); by implication (as smooth stones were used for lots) to apportion or separate
- his neighbour H7453 (רֵעַ) — an associate (more or less close)
- spreadeth H6566 (פָּרַשׂ) — to break apart, disperse, etc.
- a net H7568 (רֶשֶׁת) — a net (as catching animals)
- for his feet H6471 (פַּעַם) — a stroke, literally or figuratively (in various applications, as follow)
6 In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare; But the righteous doth sing and rejoice.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- In the transgression H6588 (פֶּשַׁע) — a revolt (national, moral or religious)
- of an evil H7451 (רַע) — bad or (as noun) evil (natural or moral)
- man H376 (אִישׁ) — a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)
- a snare H4170 (מוֹקֵשׁ) — a noose (for catching animals) (literally or figuratively); by implication, a hook (for the nose)
- but the righteous H6662 (צַדִּיק) — just
- doth sing H7442 (רָנַן) — properly, to creak (or emit a stridulous sound), i.e. to shout (usually for joy)
- and rejoice H8056 (שָׂמֵחַ) — blithe or gleeful
7 The righteous taketh knowledge of the cause of the poor; The wicked hath not understanding to know it.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- The righteous H6662 (צַדִּיק) — just
- considereth H3045 (יָדַע) — to know (properly, to ascertain by seeing); used in a great variety of senses, figuratively, literally, euphemistically and inferentially (including observation…
- the cause H1779 (דִּין) — judgement (the suit, justice, sentence or tribunal); by implication also strife
- of the poor H1800 (דַּל) — properly, dangling, i.e. (by implication) weak or thin
- the wicked H7563 (רָשָׁע) — morally wrong; concretely, an (actively) bad person
- regardeth H995 (בִּין) — to separate mentally (or distinguish), i.e.(generally) understand
- not to know H1847 (דַּעַת) — knowledge
8 Scoffers set a city in a flame; But wise men turn away wrath.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Scornful H3944 (לָצוֹן) — derision
- men H582 (אֱנוֹשׁ) — properly, a mortal (and thus differing from the more dignified 120); hence, a man in general (singly or collectively)
- bring H6315 (פּוּחַ) — to puff, i.e. blow with the breath or air; hence, to fan (as a breeze), to utter, to kindle (a fire), to scoff
- a city H7151 (קִרְיָה) — a city
- into a snare H6315 (פּוּחַ) — to puff, i.e. blow with the breath or air; hence, to fan (as a breeze), to utter, to kindle (a fire), to scoff
- but wise H2450 (חָכָם) — wise, (i.e. intelligent, skilful or artful)
- turn away H7725 (שׁוּב) — to turn back (hence, away) transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively (not necessarily with the idea of return to the starting point); generally…
- wrath H639 (אַף) — properly, the nose or nostril; hence, the face, and occasionally a person; also (from the rapid breathing in passion) ire
9 If a wise man hath a controversy with a foolish man, Whether he be angry or laugh, there will be no rest.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- a wise H2450 (חָכָם) — wise, (i.e. intelligent, skilful or artful)
- man H376 (אִישׁ) — a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)
- contendeth H8199 (שָׁפַט) — to judge, i.e. pronounce sentence (for or against); by implication, to vindicate or punish; by extenssion, to govern; passively, to litigate (literally or figur…
- with a foolish H191 (אֱוִיל) — (figuratively) silly
- whether he rage H7264 (רָגַז) — to quiver (with any violent emotion, especially anger or fear)
- or laugh H7832 (שָׂחַק) — to laugh (in pleasure or detraction); by implication, to play
- no rest H5183 (נַחַת) — a descent, i.e. imposition, unfavorable (punishment) or favorable (food); restfulness
10 The bloodthirsty hate him that is perfect; And as for the upright, they seek his life.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- The bloodthirsty H1818 (דָּם) — blood (as that which when shed causes death) of man or an animal; by analogy, the juice of the grape; figuratively (especially in the plural) bloodshed (i.e. dr…
- The bloodthirsty H582 (אֱנוֹשׁ) — properly, a mortal (and thus differing from the more dignified 120); hence, a man in general (singly or collectively)
- hate H8130 (שָׂנֵא) — to hate (personally)
- the upright H8535 (תָּם) — complete; usually (morally) pious; specifically, gentle, dear
- but the just H3477 (יָשָׁר) — straight (literally or figuratively)
- seek H1245 (בָּקַשׁ) — to search out (by any method, specifically in worship or prayer); by implication, to strive after
- his soul H5315 (נֶפֶשׁ) — properly, a breathing creature, i.e. animal of (abstractly) vitality; used very widely in a literal, accommodated or figurative sense (bodily or mental)
11 A fool uttereth all his anger; But a wise man keepeth it back and stilleth it.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- A fool H3684 (כְּסִיל) — properly, fat, i.e. (figuratively) stupid or silly
- uttereth H3318 (יָצָא) — to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim.
- all his mind H7307 (רוּחַ) — wind; by resemblance breath, i.e. a sensible (or even violent) exhalation; figuratively, life, anger, unsubstantiality; by extension, a region of the sky; by re…
- but a wise H2450 (חָכָם) — wise, (i.e. intelligent, skilful or artful)
- keepeth H7623 (שָׁבַח) — properly, to address in a loud tone, i.e. (specifically) loud; figuratively, to pacify (as if by words)
- it in till afterwards H268 (אָחוֹר) — the hinder part; hence (adverb) behind, backward; also (as facing north) the West
12 If a ruler hearkeneth to falsehood, All his servants are wicked.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- If a ruler H4910 (מָשַׁל) — to rule
- hearken H7181 (קָשַׁב) — to prick up the ears, i.e. hearken
- to lies H8267 (שֶׁקֶר) — an untruth; by implication, a sham (often adverbial)
- to lies H1697 (דָּבָר) — a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause
- all his servants H8334 (שָׁרַת) — to attend as a menial or worshipper; figuratively, to contribute to
- wicked H7563 (רָשָׁע) — morally wrong; concretely, an (actively) bad person
13 The poor man and the oppressor meet together; Jehovah lighteneth the eyes of them both.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- The poor H7326 (רוּשׁ) — to be destitute
- and the deceitful H8501 (תָּכָךְ) — to dissever, i.e. crush
- man H376 (אִישׁ) — a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)
- meet together H6298 (פָּגַשׁ) — to come in contact with, whether by accident or violence; figuratively, to concur
- Yhwh H3068 (יְהֹוָה) — (the) self-Existent or Eternal; Jeho-vah, Jewish national name of God
- lighteneth H215 (אוֹר) — to be (causative, make) luminous (literally and metaphorically)
- both H8147 (שְׁנַיִם) — two; also (as ordinal) twofold
- their eyes H5869 (עַיִן) — an eye (literally or figuratively); by analogy, a fountain (as the eye of the landscape)
14 The king that faithfully judgeth the poor, His throne shall be established for ever.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- The king H4428 (מֶלֶךְ) — a king
- that faithfully H571 (אֶמֶת) — stability; (figuratively) certainty, truth, trustworthiness
- judgeth H8199 (שָׁפַט) — to judge, i.e. pronounce sentence (for or against); by implication, to vindicate or punish; by extenssion, to govern; passively, to litigate (literally or figur…
- the poor H1800 (דַּל) — properly, dangling, i.e. (by implication) weak or thin
- his throne H3678 (כִּסֵּא) — properly, covered, i.e. a throne (as canopied)
- shall be established H3559 (כּוּן) — properly, to be erect (i.e. stand perpendicular); hence (causatively) to set up, in a great variety of applications, whether literal (establish, fix, prepare, a…
- for ever H5703 (עַד) — properly, a (peremptory) terminus, i.e. (by implication) duration, in the sense of advance or perpetuity (substantially as a noun, either with or without a prep…
15 The rod and reproof give wisdom; But a child left to himself causeth shame to his mother.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- The rod H7626 (שֵׁבֶט) — a scion, i.e. (literally) a stick (for punishing, writing, fighting, ruling, walking, etc.) or (figuratively) a clan
- and reproof H8433 (תּוֹכֵחָה) — chastisement; figuratively (by words) correction, refutation, proof (even in defence)
- give H5414 (נָתַן) — to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)
- wisdom H2451 (חׇכְמָה) — wisdom (in a good sense)
- but a child H5288 (נַעַר) — (concretely) a boy (as active), from the age of infancy to adolescence; by implication, a servant; also (by interch. of sex), a girl (of similar latitude in age…
- left H7971 (שָׁלַח) — to send away, for, or out (in a great variety of applications)
- bringeth his mother H517 (אֵם) — a mother (as the bond of the family); in a wide sense (both literally and figuratively [like father])
- to shame H954 (בּוּשׁ) — properly, to pale, i.e. by implication to be ashamed; also (by implication) to be disappointed or delayed
16 When the wicked are increased, transgression increaseth; But the righteous shall look upon their fall.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- When the wicked H7563 (רָשָׁע) — morally wrong; concretely, an (actively) bad person
- are multiplied H7235 (רָבָה) — to increase (in whatever respect)
- transgression H6588 (פֶּשַׁע) — a revolt (national, moral or religious)
- increaseth H7235 (רָבָה) — to increase (in whatever respect)
- but the righteous H6662 (צַדִּיק) — just
- shall see H7200 (רָאָה) — to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)
- their fall H4658 (מַפֶּלֶת) — fall, i.e. decadence; concretely, a ruin; specifically a carcase
17 Correct thy son, and he will give thee rest; Yea, he will give delight unto thy soul.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Correct H3256 (יָסַר) — to chastise, literally (with blows) or figuratively (with words); hence, to instruct
- thy son H1121 (בֵּן) — a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,…
- and he shall give thee rest H5117 (נוּחַ) — to rest, i.e. settle down; used in a great variety of applications, literal and figurative, intransitive, transitive and causative (to dwell, stay, let fall, pl…
- yea, he shall give H5414 (נָתַן) — to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)
- delight H4574 (מַעֲדָן) — a delicacy or (abstractly) pleasure (adverbially, cheerfully)
- unto thy soul H5315 (נֶפֶשׁ) — properly, a breathing creature, i.e. animal of (abstractly) vitality; used very widely in a literal, accommodated or figurative sense (bodily or mental)
18 Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; But he that keepeth the law, happy is he.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- no vision H2377 (חָזוֹן) — a sight (mentally), i.e. a dream, revelation, or oracle
- the people H5971 (עַם) — a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of Israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock
- perish H6544 (פָּרַע) — to loosen; by implication, to expose, dismiss; figuratively, absolve, begin
- but he that keepeth H8104 (שָׁמַר) — properly, to hedge about (as with thorns), i.e. guard; generally, to protect, attend to, etc.
- the law H8451 (תּוֹרָה) — a precept or statute, especially the Decalogue or Pentateuch
- happy H835 (אֶשֶׁר) — happiness; only in masculine plural construction as interjection, how happy!
19 A servant will not be corrected by words; For though he understand, he will not give heed.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- A servant H5650 (עֶבֶד) — a servant
- will not be corrected H3256 (יָסַר) — to chastise, literally (with blows) or figuratively (with words); hence, to instruct
- by words H1697 (דָּבָר) — a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause
- for though he understand H995 (בִּין) — to separate mentally (or distinguish), i.e.(generally) understand
- he will not answer H4617 (מַעֲנֶה) — a reply (favorable or contradictory)
20 Seest thou a man that is hasty in his words? There is more hope of a fool than of him.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Seest H2372 (חָזָה) — to gaze at; mentally to perceive, contemplate (with pleasure); specifically, to have a vision of
- thou a man H376 (אִישׁ) — a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)
- hasty H213 (אוּץ) — to press; (by implication) to be close, hurry, withdraw
- in his words H1697 (דָּבָר) — a word; by implication, a matter (as spoken of) or thing; adverbially, a cause
- more hope H8615 (תִּקְוָה) — literally a cord (as an attachment); figuratively, expectancy
- of a fool H3684 (כְּסִיל) — properly, fat, i.e. (figuratively) stupid or silly
21 He that delicately bringeth up his servant from a child Shall have him become a son at the last.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- He that delicately bringeth up H6445 (פָּנַק) — to enervate
- his servant H5650 (עֶבֶד) — a servant
- from a child H5290 (נֹעַר) — (abstractly) boyhood
- son H4497 (מָנוֹן) — a continuator, i.e. heir
- at the length H319 (אַחֲרִית) — the last or end, hence, the future; also posterity
22 An angry man stirreth up strife, And a wrathful man aboundeth in transgression.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- An angry H639 (אַף) — properly, the nose or nostril; hence, the face, and occasionally a person; also (from the rapid breathing in passion) ire
- man H376 (אִישׁ) — a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)
- stirreth up H1624 (גָּרָה) — properly, to grate, i.e. (figuratively) to anger
- strife H4066 (מָדוֹן) — a contest or quarrel
- and a furious H2534 (חֵמָה) — heat; figuratively, anger, poison (from its fever)
- man H1167 (בַּעַל) — a master; hence, a husband, or (figuratively) owner (often used with another noun in modifications of this latter sense)
- aboundeth in H7227 (רַב) — abundant (in quantity, size, age, number, rank, quality)
- transgression H6588 (פֶּשַׁע) — a revolt (national, moral or religious)
23 A man’s pride shall bring him low; But he that is of a lowly spirit shall obtain honor.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- A man’s H120 (אָדָם) — ruddy i.e. a human being (an individual or the species, mankind, etc.)
- pride H1346 (גַּאֲוָה) — arrogance or majesty; by implication, (concretely) ornament
- shall bring him low H8213 (שָׁפֵל) — to depress or sink (especially figuratively, to humiliate, intransitive or transitive)
- but honour H3519 (כָּבוֹד) — properly, weight, but only figuratively in a good sense, splendor or copiousness
- shall uphold H8551 (תָּמַךְ) — to sustain; by implication, to obtain, keep fast; figuratively, to help, follow close
- the humble H8217 (שָׁפָל) — depressed, literally or figuratively
- in spirit H7307 (רוּחַ) — wind; by resemblance breath, i.e. a sensible (or even violent) exhalation; figuratively, life, anger, unsubstantiality; by extension, a region of the sky; by re…
24 Whoso is partner with a thief hateth his own soul; He heareth the adjuration and uttereth nothing.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Whoso is partner H2505 (חָלַק) — to be smooth (figuratively); by implication (as smooth stones were used for lots) to apportion or separate
- with a thief H1590 (גַּנָּב) — a stealer
- hateth H8130 (שָׂנֵא) — to hate (personally)
- his own soul H5315 (נֶפֶשׁ) — properly, a breathing creature, i.e. animal of (abstractly) vitality; used very widely in a literal, accommodated or figurative sense (bodily or mental)
- he heareth H8085 (שָׁמַע) — to hear intelligently (often with implication of attention, obedience, etc.; causatively, to tell, etc.)
- cursing H423 (אָלָה) — an imprecation
- and telleth H5046 (נָגַד) — properly, to front, i.e. stand boldly out opposite; by implication (causatively), to manifest; figuratively, to announce (always by word of mouth to one present…
25 The fear of man bringeth a snare; But whoso putteth his trust in Jehovah shall be safe.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- The fear H2731 (חֲרָדָה) — fear, anxiety
- of man H120 (אָדָם) — ruddy i.e. a human being (an individual or the species, mankind, etc.)
- bringeth H5414 (נָתַן) — to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)
- a snare H4170 (מוֹקֵשׁ) — a noose (for catching animals) (literally or figuratively); by implication, a hook (for the nose)
- but whoso putteth his trust H982 (בָּטַח) — properly, to hie for refuge (but not so precipitately as 2620); figuratively, to trust, be confident or sure
- in Yhwh H3068 (יְהֹוָה) — (the) self-Existent or Eternal; Jeho-vah, Jewish national name of God
- shall be safe H7682 (שָׂגַב) — to be (causatively, make) lofty, especially inaccessible; by implication, safe, strong; used literally and figuratively
26 Many seek the ruler’s favor; But a man’s judgment cometh from Jehovah.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Many H7227 (רַב) — abundant (in quantity, size, age, number, rank, quality)
- seek H1245 (בָּקַשׁ) — to search out (by any method, specifically in worship or prayer); by implication, to strive after
- the ruler’s H4910 (מָשַׁל) — to rule
- favour H6440 (פָּנִים) — the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposition (befo…
- man’s H376 (אִישׁ) — a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)
- judgment H4941 (מִשְׁפָּט) — properly, a verdict (favorable or unfavorable) pronounced judicially, especially a sentence or formal decree (human or (participant's) divine law, individual or…
- from Yhwh H3068 (יְהֹוָה) — (the) self-Existent or Eternal; Jeho-vah, Jewish national name of God
27 An unjust man is an abomination to the righteous; And he that is upright in the way is an abomination to the wicked.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- An unjust H5766 (עֶוֶל) — (moral) evil
- man H376 (אִישׁ) — a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)
- an abomination H8441 (תּוֹעֵבַה) — properly, something disgusting (morally), i.e. (as noun) an abhorrence; especially idolatry or (concretely) an idol
- to the just H6662 (צַדִּיק) — just
- upright H3477 (יָשָׁר) — straight (literally or figuratively)
- in the way H1870 (דֶּרֶךְ) — a road (as trodden); figuratively, a course of life or mode of action, often adverb
- abomination H8441 (תּוֹעֵבַה) — properly, something disgusting (morally), i.e. (as noun) an abhorrence; especially idolatry or (concretely) an idol
- to the wicked H7563 (רָשָׁע) — morally wrong; concretely, an (actively) bad person