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Proverbs 24:14-1964 bbe — So let your desire be for wisdom: if you have it, there will be a future, and your hope will not be cut off. Do not kee…

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14

So let your desire be for wisdom: if you have it, there will be a future, and your hope will not be cut off.

15

Do not keep a secret watch, O evil-doer, against the fields of the upright man, or send destruction on his resting-place:

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For an upright man, after falling seven times, will get up again: but trouble is the downfall of the evil.

17

Do not be glad at the fall of your hater, and let not your heart have joy at his downfall:

18

For fear that the Lord may see it, and it may be evil in his eyes, and his wrath may be turned away from him.

19

Do not be troubled because of evil-doers, or have envy of sinners:

20

For there will be no future for the evil man; the light of sinners will be put out.

21

My son, go in fear of the Lord and the king: have nothing to do with those who are in high positions:

22

For their downfall will come suddenly; and who has knowledge of the destruction of those in high positions?

23

These are more sayings of the wise: To have respect for a person's position when judging is not good.

24

He who says to the evil-doer, You are upright, will be cursed by peoples and hated by nations.

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But those who say sharp words to him will have delight, and a blessing of good will come on them.

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He gives a kiss with his lips who gives a right answer.

27

Put your work in order outside, and make it ready in the field; and after that, see to the building of your house.

28

Do not be a violent witness against your neighbour, or let your lips say what is false.

29

Say not, I will do to him as he has done to me; I will give the man the reward of his work.

30

I went by the field of the hater of work, and by the vine-garden of the man without sense;

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And it was all full of thorns, and covered with waste plants, and its stone wall was broken down.

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Then looking at it, I gave thought: I saw, and I got teaching from it.

33

A little sleep, a little rest, a little folding of the hands in sleep:

34

So loss will come on you like an outlaw, and your need like an armed man.

— Proverbs 24:14-1964, Bible in Basic English

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Proverbs 24 — Context

11

Be the saviour of those who are given up to death, and do not keep back help from those who are slipping to destruction.

12

If you say, See, we had no knowledge of this: does not the tester of hearts give thought to it? and he who keeps your soul, has he no knowledge of it? and will he not give to every man the reward of his work?

13

My son, take honey, for it is good; and the flowing honey, which is sweet to your taste:

14

So let your desire be for wisdom: if you have it, there will be a future, and your hope will not be cut off.

15

Do not keep a secret watch, O evil-doer, against the fields of the upright man, or send destruction on his resting-place:

16

For an upright man, after falling seven times, will get up again: but trouble is the downfall of the evil.

17

Do not be glad at the fall of your hater, and let not your heart have joy at his downfall:

18

For fear that the Lord may see it, and it may be evil in his eyes, and his wrath may be turned away from him.

19

Do not be troubled because of evil-doers, or have envy of sinners:

20

For there will be no future for the evil man; the light of sinners will be put out.

21

My son, go in fear of the Lord and the king: have nothing to do with those who are in high positions:

22

For their downfall will come suddenly; and who has knowledge of the destruction of those in high positions?

23

These are more sayings of the wise: To have respect for a person's position when judging is not good.

24

He who says to the evil-doer, You are upright, will be cursed by peoples and hated by nations.

25

But those who say sharp words to him will have delight, and a blessing of good will come on them.

26

He gives a kiss with his lips who gives a right answer.

27

Put your work in order outside, and make it ready in the field; and after that, see to the building of your house.

28

Do not be a violent witness against your neighbour, or let your lips say what is false.

29

Say not, I will do to him as he has done to me; I will give the man the reward of his work.

30

I went by the field of the hater of work, and by the vine-garden of the man without sense;

31

And it was all full of thorns, and covered with waste plants, and its stone wall was broken down.

32

Then looking at it, I gave thought: I saw, and I got teaching from it.

33

A little sleep, a little rest, a little folding of the hands in sleep:

34

So loss will come on you like an outlaw, and your need like an armed man.

Proverbs 24:14-1964 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 24:14-1964 say?

Proverbs 24:14-1964 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “So let your desire be for wisdom: if you have it, there will be a future, and your hope will not be cut off. Do not keep a secret watch, O evil-doer, against the fields of the upright man, or send destruction on his resting-place: For an upright man, after falling seven times, will get up again: but trouble is the downfall of the evil. Do not be glad at the fall of your hater, and let not your heart have joy at his downfall: For fear that the Lord may see it, and it may be evil in his eyes, and his wrath may be turned away from him. Do not be troubled because of evil-doers, or have envy of sinners: For there will be no future for the evil man; the light of sinners will be put out. My son, go in fear of the Lord and the king: have nothing to do with those who are in high positions: For their downfall will come suddenly; and who has knowledge of the destruction of those in high positions? These are more sayings of the wise: To have respect for a person's position when judging is not good. He who says to the evil-doer, You are upright, will be cursed by peoples and hated by nations. But those who say sharp words to him will have delight, and a blessing of good will come on them. He gives a kiss with his lips who gives a right answer. Put your work in order outside, and make it ready in the field; and after that, see to the building of your house. Do not be a violent witness against your neighbour, or let your lips say what is false. Say not, I will do to him as he has done to me; I will give the man the reward of his work. I went by the field of the hater of work, and by the vine-garden of the man without sense; And it was all full of thorns, and covered with waste plants, and its stone wall was broken down. Then looking at it, I gave thought: I saw, and I got teaching from it. A little sleep, a little rest, a little folding of the hands in sleep: So loss will come on you like an outlaw, and your need like an armed man.”

Where is Proverbs 24:14-1964 in the Bible?

Proverbs 24:14-1964 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 24, verses 14–1964.

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 24:14-1964.

What translation should I read Proverbs 24:14-1964 in?

Proverbs 24:14-1964 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 24:14-1964?

Proverbs 24:14-1964 reads (BBE): “So let your desire be for wisdom: if you have it, there will be a future, and your hope will not be cut off. Do not keep a secret watch, O evil-doer, against the fields of the upright man, or send destruction on his resting-place: For an upright man, after falling seven times, will get up again: but trouble is the downfall of the evil. Do not be glad at the fall of your hater, and let not your heart have joy at his downfall: For fear that the Lord may see it, and it may be evil in his eyes, and his wrath may be turned away from him. Do not be troubled because of evil-doers, or have envy of sinners: For there will be no future for the evil man; the light of sinners will be put out. My son, go in fear of the Lord and the king: have nothing to do with those who are in high positions: For their downfall will come suddenly; and who has knowledge of the destruction of those in high positions? These are more sayings of the wise: To have respect for a person's position when judging is not good. He who says to the evil-doer, You are upright, will be cursed by peoples and hated by nations. But those who say sharp words to him will have delight, and a blessing of good will come on them. He gives a kiss with his lips who gives a right answer. Put your work in order outside, and make it ready in the field; and after that, see to the building of your house. Do not be a violent witness against your neighbour, or let your lips say what is false. Say not, I will do to him as he has done to me; I will give the man the reward of his work. I went by the field of the hater of work, and by the vine-garden of the man without sense; And it was all full of thorns, and covered with waste plants, and its stone wall was broken down. Then looking at it, I gave thought: I saw, and I got teaching from it. A little sleep, a little rest, a little folding of the hands in sleep: So loss will come on you like an outlaw, and your need like an armed man.” 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.