Proverbs 29:3
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.
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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.