11 "There are those who curse their fathers and do not bless their mothers;

Other Translations of Proverbs 30:11

King James Version

11 There is a generation that curseth their father, and doth not bless their mother.

English Standard Version

11 There are thoseHebrew There is a generation; also verses 12, 13, 14 who curse their fathers and do not bless their mothers.

The Message

11 Don't curse your father or fail to bless your mother.

New King James Version

11 There is a generation that curses its father, And does not bless its mother.

New Living Translation

11 Some people curse their father and do not thank their mother.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 30:11

Commentary on Proverbs 30:7-14

(Read Proverbs 30:7-14)

In every age there are monsters of ingratitude who ill-treat their parents. Many persuade themselves they are holy persons, whose hearts are full of sin, and who practise secret wickedness. There are others whose lofty pride is manifest. There have also been cruel monsters in every age.