Proverbs 19:26 nasb — He who assaults his father and drives his mother away Is a shameful and disgraceful son.

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"He who assaults his father and drives his mother away Is a shameful and disgraceful son."

— Proverbs 19:26, NASB

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Proverbs 19 — Context

23

The fear of the LORD leads to life, So that one may sleep satisfied, untouched by evil.

24

The sluggard buries his hand in the dish, But will not even bring it back to his mouth.

25

Strike a scoffer and the naive may become shrewd, But reprove one who has understanding and he will gain knowledge.

26

He who assaults his father and drives his mother away Is a shameful and disgraceful son.

27

Cease listening, my son, to discipline, And you will stray from the words of knowledge.

28

A rascally witness makes a mockery of justice, And the mouth of the wicked spreads iniquity.

29

Judgments are prepared for scoffers, And blows for the back of fools.

Proverbs 19:26 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 19:26 say?
Proverbs 19:26 in the NASB reads: “He who assaults his father and drives his mother away Is a shameful and disgraceful son.”
Where is Proverbs 19:26 in the Bible?
Proverbs 19:26 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 19, verse 26.
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 19:26.
What translation should I read Proverbs 19:26 in?
Proverbs 19:26 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 19:26?
Proverbs 19:26 reads (NASB): “He who assaults his father and drives his mother away Is a shameful and disgraceful son.” 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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