Proverbs 23:3 bbe — Have no desire for his delicate food, for it is the bread of deceit.

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"Have no desire for his delicate food, for it is the bread of deceit."

— Proverbs 23:3, Bible in Basic English

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“Be not desirous of his dainties; Seeing they are deceitful food. ”
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“Don't be desirous of his dainties, since they are deceitful food.”
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Proverbs 23 — Context

When you take your seat at the feast with a ruler, give thought with care to what is before you;

And put a knife to your throat, if you have a strong desire for food.

Have no desire for his delicate food, for it is the bread of deceit.

Take no care to get wealth; let there be an end to your desire for money.

Are your eyes lifted up to it? it is gone: for wealth takes to itself wings, like an eagle in flight up to heaven.

Do not take the food of him who has an evil eye, or have any desire for his delicate meat:

Proverbs 23:3 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 23:3 say?

Proverbs 23:3 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Have no desire for his delicate food, for it is the bread of deceit.”

Where is Proverbs 23:3 in the Bible?

Proverbs 23:3 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 23, 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 23:3.

What translation should I read Proverbs 23:3 in?

Proverbs 23:3 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 23:3?

Proverbs 23:3 reads (BBE): “Have no desire for his delicate food, for it is the bread of deceit.” 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 23:3 bbe — Have no desire for his delicate food, for it is the bread of deceit.

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