Proverbs 24:14 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.

Bible in Basic English

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

— Proverbs 24:14, 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:

Proverbs 24:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 24:14 say?
Proverbs 24:14 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.”
Where is Proverbs 24:14 in the Bible?
Proverbs 24:14 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 24, 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 24:14.
What translation should I read Proverbs 24:14 in?
Proverbs 24:14 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 24:14?
Proverbs 24:14 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.” 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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