Proverbs 14:11 kjv — The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish.

King James Version

"The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish."

— Proverbs 14:11, King James Version

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Proverbs 14 — Context

8

The wisdom of the prudent is to understand his way: but the folly of fools is deceit.

9

Fools make a mock at sin: but among the righteous there is favour.

10

The heart knoweth his own bitterness; and a stranger doth not intermeddle with his joy.

11

The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish.

12

There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.

13

Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful; and the end of that mirth is heaviness.

14

The backslider in heart shall be filled with his own ways: and a good man shall be satisfied from himself.

Proverbs 14:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 14:11 say?
Proverbs 14:11 in the King James Version reads: “The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish.”
Where is Proverbs 14:11 in the Bible?
Proverbs 14:11 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 14, verse 11.
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 14:11.
What translation should I read Proverbs 14:11 in?
Proverbs 14:11 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 14:11?
Proverbs 14:11 reads (KJV): “The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish.” 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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