Proverbs 18:19 bbe — A brother wounded is like a strong town, and violent acts are like a locked tower.

Bible in Basic English

"A brother wounded is like a strong town, and violent acts are like a locked tower."

— Proverbs 18:19, Bible in Basic English

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Proverbs 18 — Context

16

A man's offering makes room for him, letting him come before great men.

17

The man who first puts his cause before the judge seems to be in the right; but then his neighbour comes and puts his cause in its true light.

18

The decision of chance puts an end to argument, parting the strong.

19

A brother wounded is like a strong town, and violent acts are like a locked tower.

20

With the fruit of a man's mouth his stomach will be full; the produce of his lips will be his in full measure.

21

Death and life are in the power of the tongue; and those to whom it is dear will have its fruit for their food.

22

Whoever gets a wife gets a good thing, and has the approval of the Lord.

Proverbs 18:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 18:19 say?
Proverbs 18:19 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “A brother wounded is like a strong town, and violent acts are like a locked tower.”
Where is Proverbs 18:19 in the Bible?
Proverbs 18:19 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 18, verse 19.
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 18:19.
What translation should I read Proverbs 18:19 in?
Proverbs 18:19 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 18:19?
Proverbs 18:19 reads (BBE): “A brother wounded is like a strong town, and violent acts are like a locked tower.” 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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