Proverbs 11:29 net — The one who troubles his family will inherit nothing, and the fool will be a servant to the wise person.

NET Bible

"The one who troubles his family will inherit nothing, and the fool will be a servant to the wise person."

— Proverbs 11:29, NET Bible

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Proverbs 11 — Context

26

People will curse the one who withholds grain, but they will praise the one who sells it.

27

The one who diligently seeks good seeks favor, but the one who searches for evil– it will come to him.

28

The one who trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will flourish like a green leaf.

29

The one who troubles his family will inherit nothing, and the fool will be a servant to the wise person.

30

The fruit of the righteous is like a tree producing life, and the one who wins souls is wise.

31

If the righteous are recompensed on earth, how much more the wicked sinner!

Proverbs 11:29 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 11:29 say?
Proverbs 11:29 in the NET Bible reads: “The one who troubles his family will inherit nothing, and the fool will be a servant to the wise person.”
Where is Proverbs 11:29 in the Bible?
Proverbs 11:29 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 11, verse 29.
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 11:29.
What translation should I read Proverbs 11:29 in?
Proverbs 11:29 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 11:29?
Proverbs 11:29 reads (NET): “The one who troubles his family will inherit nothing, and the fool will be a servant to the wise person.” 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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