Proverbs 26:14
“As the door turneth upon his hinges, so doth the slothful upon his bed.”
Proverbs 26:14 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- As the door turneth upon his hinges, so doth the slothful upon his bed.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- As the door turneth upon its hinges, so doth the slothful upon his bed.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- As the door turneth upon its hinges, So doth the sluggard upon his bed.
- DARBYDarby
- As the door turneth upon its hinges, so the sluggard upon his bed.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- As the door turns on its hinges, so does the sluggard on his bed.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- The door turneth round on its hinge, And the slothful on his bed.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- As a door turns on its hinges, so does the lazy man turn in his bed.
Context: Proverbs 26
12Seest thou a man wise in his own conceit? there is more hope of a fool than of him.
13The slothful man saith, There is a lion in the way; a lion is in the streets.
14As the door turneth upon his hinges, so doth the slothful upon his bed.
15The slothful hideth his hand in his bosom; it grieveth him to bring it again to his mouth.
16The sluggard is wiser in his own conceit than seven men that can render a reason.
About Proverbs 26: The Folly of Fools and the Wisdom of the Wise
Proverbs 26 is a collection of scattered wisdom sayings that address the topic of foolishness and wisdom. The chapter highlights the destructive nature of fools and the benefits of living wisely. The verses offer practical advice on dealing with fools and avoiding their foolishness.
Commentary
The chapter starts with a warning against the foolishness of people who are undeserving of honor, followed by a comparison of a lazy person to a door that turns on its hinges. The chapter also speaks on the trouble that ensues when fools are trusted to carry out responsibilities. It also warns against the harm of gossip and lying, which can lead to unnecessary conflicts and ruin relationships. Furthermore, the chapter encourages self-reflection, reminding us of the important difference between constructive criticism and unhelpful negative comments. Overall, Proverbs 26 teaches us to be wise and discerning in our daily interactions so that we can avoid the pitfalls of foolishness.