Proverbs 22:3 web — A prudent man sees danger, and hides himself; but the simple pass on, and suffer for it.

World English Bible

"A prudent man sees danger, and hides himself; but the simple pass on, and suffer for it."

— Proverbs 22:3, World English Bible

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Proverbs 22 — Context

1

A good name is more desirable than great riches, and loving favor is better than silver and gold.

2

The rich and the poor have this in common: Yahweh is the maker of them all.

3

A prudent man sees danger, and hides himself; but the simple pass on, and suffer for it.

4

The result of humility and the fear of Yahweh is wealth, honor, and life.

5

Thorns and snares are in the path of the wicked: whoever guards his soul stays from them.

6

Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.

Proverbs 22:3 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 22:3 say?
Proverbs 22:3 in the World English Bible reads: “A prudent man sees danger, and hides himself; but the simple pass on, and suffer for it.”
Where is Proverbs 22:3 in the Bible?
Proverbs 22:3 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 22, verse 3.
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 22:3.
What translation should I read Proverbs 22:3 in?
Proverbs 22:3 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 22:3?
Proverbs 22:3 reads (WEB): “A prudent man sees danger, and hides himself; but the simple pass on, and suffer for it.” 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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