Proverbs 19:13 net — A foolish child is the ruin of his father, and a contentious wife is like a constant dripping.

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"A foolish child is the ruin of his father, and a contentious wife is like a constant dripping."

— Proverbs 19:13, NET Bible

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Proverbs 19 — Context

10

Luxury is not appropriate for a fool; how much less for a servant to rule over princes!

11

A person’s wisdom has made him slow to anger, and it is his glory to overlook an offense.

12

A king’s wrath is like the roar of a lion, but his favor is like dew on the grass.

13

A foolish child is the ruin of his father, and a contentious wife is like a constant dripping.

14

A house and wealth are inherited from parents, but a prudent wife is from the LORD.

15

Laziness brings on a deep sleep, and the idle person will go hungry.

16

The one who obeys commandments guards his life; the one who despises his ways will die.

Proverbs 19:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 19:13 say?
Proverbs 19:13 in the NET Bible reads: “A foolish child is the ruin of his father, and a contentious wife is like a constant dripping.”
Where is Proverbs 19:13 in the Bible?
Proverbs 19:13 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 19, verse 13.
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 19:13.
What translation should I read Proverbs 19:13 in?
Proverbs 19:13 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 19:13?
Proverbs 19:13 reads (NET): “A foolish child is the ruin of his father, and a contentious wife is like a constant dripping.” 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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