Proverbs 14:11
“The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish.”
Proverbs 14:11 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- The house of the wicked shall be destroyed: but the tabernacles of the just shall flourish.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- The house of the wicked shall be overthrown; But the tent of the upright shall flourish.
- DARBYDarby
- The house of the wicked shall be overthrown; but the tent of the upright shall flourish.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- The house of the wicked will be overthrown, but the tent of the upright will flourish.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- The house of the wicked is destroyed, And the tent of the upright flourisheth.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- The house of the wicked will be destroyed, but the dwelling of the upright will thrive.
Context: Proverbs 14
9Fools make a mock at sin: but among the righteous there is favour.
10The heart knoweth his own bitterness; and a stranger doth not intermeddle with his joy.
11The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish.
12There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.
13Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful; and the end of that mirth is heaviness.
About Proverbs 14: Wisdom and Folly
Proverbs 14 explores the outcomes of choosing the path of wisdom over the path of folly, emphasizing the impact of one's choices.
Commentary
Proverbs 14 invites us to reflect on our choices and their impact on our lives. It reminds us that wisdom is not only a matter of intelligence, but of character and discernment. It cautions us against the allure of quick and easy gains, and counsels us to strive for integrity and excellence. The chapter also encourages us to seek good company and to let go of bad influences. Ultimately, it challenges us to embrace the way of wisdom and reject the way of folly, in order to live a life that is fulfilling, meaningful, and pleasing to God.