Proverbs 3:34
34 He mocks proud mockers but shows favor to the humble and oppressed.
Other Translations of Proverbs 3:34
King James Version
34 Surely he scorneth the scorners: but he giveth grace unto the lowly.
English Standard Version
34 Toward the scorners he is scornful, but to the humble he gives favor.
The Message
34 He gives proud skeptics a cold shoulder, but if you're down on your luck, he's right there to help.
New King James Version
34 Surely He scorns the scornful, But gives grace to the humble.
New Living Translation
34 The Lord mocks the mockers but is gracious to the humble.
Proverbs 10:13
13 Wisdom is found on the lips of the discerning, but a rod is for the back of one who has no sense.
Other Translations of Proverbs 10:13
King James Version
13 In the lips of him that hath understanding wisdom is found: but a rod is for the back of him that is void of understanding.
English Standard Version
13 On the lips of him who has understanding, wisdom is found, but a rod is for the back of him who lacks sense.
The Message
13 You'll find wisdom on the lips of a person of insight, but the shortsighted needs a slap in the face.
New King James Version
13 Wisdom is found on the lips of him who has understanding, But a rod is for the back of him who is devoid of understanding.
New Living Translation
13 Wise words come from the lips of people with understanding, but those lacking sense will be beaten with a rod.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 10:13
Commentary on Proverbs 10:13
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Those that foolishly go on in wicked ways, prepare rods for themselves.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 3:34
Commentary on Proverbs 3:27-35
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Our business is to observe the precepts of Christ, and to copy his example; to do justice, to love mercy, and to beware of covetousness; to be ready for every good work, avoiding needless strife, and bearing evils, if possible, rather than seeking redress by law. It will be found there is little got by striving. Let us not envy prosperous oppressors; far be it from the disciples of Christ to choose any of their ways. These truths may be despised by the covetous and luxurious, but everlasting contempt will be the portion of such scorners, while Divine favour is shown to the humble believer.