Proverbs 30:14
“There is a generation, whose teeth are as swords, and their jaw teeth as knives, to devour the poor from off the earth, and the needy from among men.”
Proverbs 30:14 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- There is a generation, whose teeth are as swords, and their jaw teeth as knives, to devour the poor from off the earth, and the needy from among men.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- A generation, that for teeth hath swords, and grindeth with their jaw teeth, to devour the needy from off the earth, and the poor from among men.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- There is a generation whose teeth are as'swords, and their jaw teeth as knives, To devour the poor from off the earth, and the needy from among men.
- DARBYDarby
- a generation whose teeth are swords, and their jaw-teeth knives, to devour the afflicted from off the earth, and the needy from among men.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- There is a generation whose teeth are like swords, and their jaws like knives, to devour the poor from the earth, and the needy from among men.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- A generation ; swords are their teeth, And knives ; their jaw-teeth, To consume the poor from earth, And the needy from among men.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- There is a generation whose teeth are like swords and whose fangs are like knives, to devour the poor from the earth and the needy from among men.
Context: Proverbs 30
12There is a generation that are pure in their own eyes, and yet is not washed from their filthiness.
13There is a generation, O how lofty are their eyes! and their eyelids are lifted up.
14There is a generation, whose teeth are as swords, and their jaw teeth as knives, to devour the poor from off the earth, and the needy from among men.
15The horseleach hath two daughters, crying, Give, give. There are three things that are never satisfied, yea, four things say not, It is enough:
16The grave; and the barren womb; the earth that is not filled with water; and the fire that saith not, It is enough.
About Proverbs 30: Words of Agur
Proverbs 30 is a collection of wise sayings and reflections attributed to Agur, the son of Jakeh. Agur expresses his humility and dependence on God, as well as his observations about the wonder and complexity of the world and the importance of living with integrity.
Commentary
This chapter of Proverbs is a beautiful and refreshing perspective on wisdom. Agur's recognition of his own limitations and need for God's guidance is a reminder that true wisdom requires humility and a constant seeking of truth. His reflections on the intricacies of creation and the mysteries of life inspire a sense of wonder and awe. And his insistence on honesty and justice reminds us of the importance of living with integrity, even in a world full of complexity and deception. Overall, Proverbs 30 offers a powerful meditation on the nature of wisdom and the virtues that lead to a meaningful life.