Proverbs 23:14 nasb — You shall strike him with the rod And rescue his soul from Sheol.

NASB

"You shall strike him with the rod And rescue his soul from Sheol."

— Proverbs 23:14, NASB

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“Thou shalt beat him with the rod, and shalt deliver his soul from hell.”
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Proverbs 23 — Context

For their Redeemer is strong; He will plead their case against you.

Apply your heart to discipline And your ears to words of knowledge.

Do not hold back discipline from the child, Although you strike him with the rod, he will not die.

You shall strike him with the rod And rescue his soul from Sheol.

My son, if your heart is wise, My own heart also will be glad;

And my inmost being will rejoice When your lips speak what is right.

Do not let your heart envy sinners, But live in the fear of the LORD always.

Proverbs 23:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 23:14 say?

Proverbs 23:14 in the NASB reads: “You shall strike him with the rod And rescue his soul from Sheol.”

Where is Proverbs 23:14 in the Bible?

Proverbs 23:14 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 23, verse 14.

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 23:14.

What translation should I read Proverbs 23:14 in?

Proverbs 23:14 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 23:14?

Proverbs 23:14 reads (NASB): “You shall strike him with the rod And rescue his soul from Sheol.” 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.

Proverbs 23:14 nasb — You shall strike him with the rod And rescue his soul from Sheol.

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