Proverbs 18:22
“Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the LORD.”
Proverbs 18:22 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the LORD.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- He that hath found a good wife, hath found a good thing, and shall receive a pleasure from the Lord. He that driveth away a good wife, driveth away a good thing: but he that keepeth an adulteress, is foolish and wicked.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, And obtaineth favor of Jehovah.
- DARBYDarby
- Whoso hath found a wife hath found a good thing, and hath obtained favour from Jehovah.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- Whoever finds a wife finds a good thing, and obtains favor of Yahweh.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- Whoso hath found a wife hath found good, And bringeth out good-will from Jehovah.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Whoever finds a wife finds a good thing and receives favor from the Lord.
Context: Proverbs 18
20A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; and with the increase of his lips shall he be filled.
21Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
22Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the LORD.
23The poor useth intreaties; but the rich answereth roughly.
24A man that hath friends must shew himself friendly: and there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother.
About Proverbs 18: Words Have Power
Proverbs 18 reveals that words have tremendous power to build up or tear down, to bring life or death. It encourages us to be careful with our words and to use them wisely, for our words have the potential to deeply impact ourselves and others.
Commentary
This chapter emphasizes the importance of self-control and discernment when it comes to speaking. It warns against hasty judgments, gossip, and flattery, which can lead to shame and destruction. Conversely, it highlights the value of wise counsel, humility, and listening to both accurate and opposing viewpoints. The chapter also reminds us that our words can be a source of healing, comfort, and wisdom. Ultimately, Proverbs 18 reinforces the idea that the power of our words lies not only in what we say but also in how we say it.