Proverbs 1:30 kjva — They would none of my counsel: they despised all my reproof.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"They would none of my counsel: they despised all my reproof."

— Proverbs 1:30, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Proverbs 1 — Context

27

When your fear cometh as desolation, and your destruction cometh as a whirlwind; when distress and anguish cometh upon you.

28

Then shall they call upon me, but I will not answer; they shall seek me early, but they shall not find me:

29

For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the Lord:

30

They would none of my counsel: they despised all my reproof.

31

Therefore shall they eat of the fruit of their own way, and be filled with their own devices.

32

For the turning away of the simple shall slay them, and the prosperity of fools shall destroy them.

33

But whoso hearkeneth unto me shall dwell safely, and shall be quiet from fear of evil.

Proverbs 1:30 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 1:30 say?
Proverbs 1:30 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “They would none of my counsel: they despised all my reproof.”
Where is Proverbs 1:30 in the Bible?
Proverbs 1:30 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 1, verse 30.
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 1:30.
What translation should I read Proverbs 1:30 in?
Proverbs 1:30 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 1:30?
Proverbs 1:30 reads (KJVA): “They would none of my counsel: they despised all my reproof.” 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.
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