3 Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father: but he that keepeth company with harlots spendeth his substance.

Other Translations of Proverbs 29:3

New International Version

3 A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

English Standard Version

3 He who loves wisdom makes his father glad, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

The Message

3 If you love wisdom, you'll delight your parents, but you'll destroy their trust if you run with whores.

New King James Version

3 Whoever loves wisdom makes his father rejoice, But a companion of harlots wastes his wealth.

New Living Translation

3 The man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but if he hangs around with prostitutes, his wealth is wasted.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 29:3

Commentary on Proverbs 29:3

(Read Proverbs 29:3)

Divine wisdom best keeps us from ruinous lusts.