Proverbs 29:19
“A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer.”
Proverbs 29:19 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- A slave will not be corrected by words: because he understandeth what thou sayest, and will not answer.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- A servant will not be corrected by words; For though he understand, he will not give heed.
- DARBYDarby
- A servant is not corrected by words: he understandeth indeed, but he will not answer.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- A servant can't be corrected by words. Though he understands, yet he will not respond.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- By words a servant is not instructed though he understand, And there is nothing answering.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- A servant cannot be corrected by mere words; even if he understands, he will not respond.
Context: Proverbs 29
17Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.
18Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.
19A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer.
20Seest thou a man that is hasty in his words? there is more hope of a fool than of him.
21He that delicately bringeth up his servant from a child shall have him become his son at the length.
About Proverbs 29: Insights for Wise Living
Proverbs 29 teaches valuable lessons about the consequences of our actions and how to lead a wise and just life. It warns against stubbornness, laziness, and flattery, and encourages us to seek understanding, pursue righteousness, and trust in the Lord.
Commentary
This chapter provides practical advice for navigating life's challenges and making wise choices. It emphasizes the importance of humility and integrity, and warns against the dangers of pride and deceit. It also emphasizes the importance of disciplining children, treating the poor with kindness, and standing up for justice. Ultimately, the wise and just path leads to blessings, while the path of folly leads to destruction. Proverbs 29 reminds us that our choices have consequences and encourages us to seek wisdom and guidance from the Lord.