3 Do not crave his delicacies, for that food is deceptive.

Other Translations of Proverbs 23:3

King James Version

3 Be not desirous of his dainties: for they are deceitful meat.

English Standard Version

3 Do not desire his delicacies, for they are deceptive food.

The Message

3 And don't stuff yourself; bridle your appetite.

New King James Version

3 Do not desire his delicacies, For they are deceptive food.

New Living Translation

3 don't desire all the delicacies, for he might be trying to trick you.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 23:3

Commentary on Proverbs 23:1-3

(Read Proverbs 23:1-3)

God's restraints of the appetite only say, Do thyself no harm.