The sinner is overturned in his evil-doing, but the upright man has hope in his righteousness.
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Wisdom has her resting-place in the mind of the wise, but she is not seen among the foolish.
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By righteousness a nation is lifted up, but sin is a cause of shame to the peoples.
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The king has pleasure in a servant who does wisely, but his wrath is against him who is a cause of shame.
Proverbs 14:35-1964 — Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Proverbs 14:35-1964 say?
Proverbs 14:35-1964 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “The king has pleasure in a servant who does wisely, but his wrath is against him who is a cause of shame.”
Where is Proverbs 14:35-1964 in the Bible?
Proverbs 14:35-1964 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 14, verses 35–1964.
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 14:35-1964.
What translation should I read Proverbs 14:35-1964 in?
Proverbs 14:35-1964 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 14:35-1964?
Proverbs 14:35-1964 reads (BBE): “The king has pleasure in a servant who does wisely, but his wrath is against him who is a cause of shame.” 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.