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Proverbs 10:22-1953 kjv — The blessing of the Lord, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it. It is as sport to a fool to do mischief: but…

King James Version

22

The blessing of the Lord, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.

23

It is as sport to a fool to do mischief: but a man of understanding hath wisdom.

24

The fear of the wicked, it shall come upon him: but the desire of the righteous shall be granted.

25

As the whirlwind passeth, so is the wicked no more: but the righteous is an everlasting foundation.

26

As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to them that send him.

27

The fear of the Lord prolongeth days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened.

28

The hope of the righteous shall be gladness: but the expectation of the wicked shall perish.

29

The way of the Lord is strength to the upright: but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity.

30

The righteous shall never be removed: but the wicked shall not inhabit the earth.

31

The mouth of the just bringeth forth wisdom: but the froward tongue shall be cut out.

32

The lips of the righteous know what is acceptable: but the mouth of the wicked speaketh frowardness.

— Proverbs 10:22-1953, King James Version

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“The blessing of Jehovah, it maketh rich; And he addeth no sorrow therewith. It is as sport to a fool to do wickedness; Andso iswisdom to a man of understanding. The fear of the wicked, it shall come upon him; And the desire of the righteous shall be granted. When the whirlwind passeth, the wicked is no more; But the righteous is an everlasting foundation. As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, So is the sluggard to them that send him. The fear of Jehovah prolongeth days; But the years of the wicked shall be shortened. The hope of the righteousshall begladness; But the expectation of the wicked shall perish. The way of Jehovah is a stronghold to the upright; But it is a destruction to the workers of iniquity. The righteous shall never be removed; But the wicked shall not dwell in the land. The mouth of the righteous bringeth forth wisdom; But the perverse tongue shall be cut off. The lips of the righteous know what is acceptable; But the mouth of the wickedspeaketh perverseness. ”
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Proverbs 10 — Context

19

In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips is wise.

20

The tongue of the just is as choice silver: the heart of the wicked is little worth.

21

The lips of the righteous feed many: but fools die for want of wisdom.

22

The blessing of the Lord, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.

23

It is as sport to a fool to do mischief: but a man of understanding hath wisdom.

24

The fear of the wicked, it shall come upon him: but the desire of the righteous shall be granted.

25

As the whirlwind passeth, so is the wicked no more: but the righteous is an everlasting foundation.

26

As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to them that send him.

27

The fear of the Lord prolongeth days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened.

28

The hope of the righteous shall be gladness: but the expectation of the wicked shall perish.

29

The way of the Lord is strength to the upright: but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity.

30

The righteous shall never be removed: but the wicked shall not inhabit the earth.

31

The mouth of the just bringeth forth wisdom: but the froward tongue shall be cut out.

32

The lips of the righteous know what is acceptable: but the mouth of the wicked speaketh frowardness.

Proverbs 10:22-1953 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 10:22-1953 say?

Proverbs 10:22-1953 in the King James Version reads: “The blessing of the Lord, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it. It is as sport to a fool to do mischief: but a man of understanding hath wisdom. The fear of the wicked, it shall come upon him: but the desire of the righteous shall be granted. As the whirlwind passeth, so is the wicked no more: but the righteous is an everlasting foundation. As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to them that send him. The fear of the Lord prolongeth days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened. The hope of the righteous shall be gladness: but the expectation of the wicked shall perish. The way of the Lord is strength to the upright: but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity. The righteous shall never be removed: but the wicked shall not inhabit the earth. The mouth of the just bringeth forth wisdom: but the froward tongue shall be cut out. The lips of the righteous know what is acceptable: but the mouth of the wicked speaketh frowardness. ”

Where is Proverbs 10:22-1953 in the Bible?

Proverbs 10:22-1953 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 10, verses 22–1953.

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 10:22-1953.

What translation should I read Proverbs 10:22-1953 in?

Proverbs 10:22-1953 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 10:22-1953?

Proverbs 10:22-1953 reads (KJV): “The blessing of the Lord, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it. It is as sport to a fool to do mischief: but a man of understanding hath wisdom. The fear of the wicked, it shall come upon him: but the desire of the righteous shall be granted. As the whirlwind passeth, so is the wicked no more: but the righteous is an everlasting foundation. As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to them that send him. The fear of the Lord prolongeth days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened. The hope of the righteous shall be gladness: but the expectation of the wicked shall perish. The way of the Lord is strength to the upright: but destruction shall be to the workers of iniquity. The righteous shall never be removed: but the wicked shall not inhabit the earth. The mouth of the just bringeth forth wisdom: but the froward tongue shall be cut out. The lips of the righteous know what is acceptable: but the mouth of the wicked speaketh frowardness. ” 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.