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Proverbs 23:34

Proverbs 23:35 net — You will say,“They have struck me, but I am not harmed! They beat me, but I did not know it! When will I awake? I will…

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"You will say,“They have struck me, but I am not harmed! They beat me, but I did not know it! When will I awake? I will look for another drink.”"

— Proverbs 23:35, NET Bible

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Proverbs 23 — Context

32

Afterward it bites like a snake, and stings like a viper.

33

Your eyes will see strange things, and your mind will speak perverse things.

34

And you will be like one who lies down in the midst of the sea, and like one who lies down on the top of the rigging.

35

You will say,“They have struck me, but I am not harmed! They beat me, but I did not know it! When will I awake? I will look for another drink.”

Proverbs 23:35 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 23:35 say?
Proverbs 23:35 in the NET Bible reads: “You will say,“They have struck me, but I am not harmed! They beat me, but I did not know it! When will I awake? I will look for another drink.””
Where is Proverbs 23:35 in the Bible?
Proverbs 23:35 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 23, verse 35.
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 23:35.
What translation should I read Proverbs 23:35 in?
Proverbs 23:35 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 23:35?
Proverbs 23:35 reads (NET): “You will say,“They have struck me, but I am not harmed! They beat me, but I did not know it! When will I awake? I will look for another drink.”” 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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