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Proverbs 16:25

Proverbs 16:26-1953 kjv — He that laboureth laboureth for himself; for his mouth craveth it of him. An ungodly man diggeth up evil: and in his li…

King James Version

26

He that laboureth laboureth for himself; for his mouth craveth it of him.

27

An ungodly man diggeth up evil: and in his lips there is as a burning fire.

28

A froward man soweth strife: and a whisperer separateth chief friends.

29

A violent man enticeth his neighbour, and leadeth him into the way that is not good.

30

He shutteth his eyes to devise froward things: moving his lips he bringeth evil to pass.

31

The hoary head is a crown of glory, if it be found in the way of righteousness.

32

He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.

33

The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof is of the Lord.

— Proverbs 16:26-1953, King James Version

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“The appetite of the laboring man labors for him; for his mouth urges him on. A worthless man devises mischief. His speech is like a scorching fire. A perverse man stirs up strife. A whisperer separates close friends. A man of violence entices his neighbor, and leads him in a way that is not good. One who winks his eyes to plot perversities, one who compresses his lips, is bent on evil. Gray hair is a crown of glory. It is attained by a life of righteousness. One who is slow to anger is better than the mighty; one who rules his spirit, than he who takes a city. The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from Yahweh.”
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Proverbs 16 — Context

23

The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.

24

Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

25

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

26

He that laboureth laboureth for himself; for his mouth craveth it of him.

27

An ungodly man diggeth up evil: and in his lips there is as a burning fire.

28

A froward man soweth strife: and a whisperer separateth chief friends.

29

A violent man enticeth his neighbour, and leadeth him into the way that is not good.

30

He shutteth his eyes to devise froward things: moving his lips he bringeth evil to pass.

31

The hoary head is a crown of glory, if it be found in the way of righteousness.

32

He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.

33

The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof is of the Lord.

Proverbs 16:26-1953 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 16:26-1953 say?

Proverbs 16:26-1953 in the King James Version reads: “He that laboureth laboureth for himself; for his mouth craveth it of him. An ungodly man diggeth up evil: and in his lips there is as a burning fire. A froward man soweth strife: and a whisperer separateth chief friends. A violent man enticeth his neighbour, and leadeth him into the way that is not good. He shutteth his eyes to devise froward things: moving his lips he bringeth evil to pass. The hoary head is a crown of glory, if it be found in the way of righteousness. He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city. The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof is of the Lord. ”

Where is Proverbs 16:26-1953 in the Bible?

Proverbs 16:26-1953 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 16, verses 26–1953.

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 16:26-1953.

What translation should I read Proverbs 16:26-1953 in?

Proverbs 16:26-1953 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 16:26-1953?

Proverbs 16:26-1953 reads (KJV): “He that laboureth laboureth for himself; for his mouth craveth it of him. An ungodly man diggeth up evil: and in his lips there is as a burning fire. A froward man soweth strife: and a whisperer separateth chief friends. A violent man enticeth his neighbour, and leadeth him into the way that is not good. He shutteth his eyes to devise froward things: moving his lips he bringeth evil to pass. The hoary head is a crown of glory, if it be found in the way of righteousness. He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city. The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof is of the Lord. ” 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.