Proverbs 1:19 kjv — So are the ways of every one that is greedy of gain; which taketh away the life of the owners thereof.

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“So are the ways of every one that is greedy of gain; which taketh away the life of the owners thereof.”

— Proverbs 1:19, King James Version

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“Such is the fate of everyone who goes in search of profit; it takes away the life of its owners.”
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Proverbs 1 — Context

For their feet run to evil, and make haste to shed blood.

Surely in vain the net is spread in the sight of any bird.

And they lay wait for their own blood; they lurk privily for their own lives.

So are the ways of every one that is greedy of gain; which taketh away the life of the owners thereof.

Wisdom crieth without; she uttereth her voice in the streets:

She crieth in the chief place of concourse, in the openings of the gates: in the city she uttereth her words, saying,

How long, ye simple ones, will ye love simplicity? and the scorners delight in their scorning, and fools hate knowledge?

Proverbs 1:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 1:19 say?

Proverbs 1:19 in the King James Version reads: “So are the ways of every one that is greedy of gain; which taketh away the life of the owners thereof.”

Where is Proverbs 1:19 in the Bible?

Proverbs 1:19 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 1, verse 19.

Who wrote Proverbs?

Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.

What is the book of Proverbs about?

Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.

What are the major themes of Proverbs?

Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 1:19.

What translation should I read Proverbs 1:19 in?

Proverbs 1:19 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Proverbs 1:19?

Proverbs 1:19 reads (KJV): “So are the ways of every one that is greedy of gain; which taketh away the life of the owners thereof.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

Proverbs 1:19 kjv — So are the ways of every one that is greedy of gain; which taketh away the life of the owners thereof.

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