Proverbs 24:21 cpdv — My son, fear the Lord, as well as the king. And do not mingle with detractors.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"My son, fear the Lord, as well as the king. And do not mingle with detractors. "

— Proverbs 24:21, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Proverbs 24 — Context

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lest perhaps the Lord see, and it displease him, and he may take away his wrath from him.

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Do not contend with the most wicked, and do not be a rival to the impious.

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For the evil hold no hope in the future, and the lamp of the impious will be extinguished.

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My son, fear the Lord, as well as the king. And do not mingle with detractors.

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For their perdition shall rise up suddenly. And who knows what ruin will be for each of them?

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Likewise, these things are for the wise. It is not good to base judgment on knowledge of character.

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Those who say to the impious, “You are just,” shall be cursed by the people, and the tribes shall detest them.

Proverbs 24:21 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 24:21 say?
Proverbs 24:21 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “My son, fear the Lord, as well as the king. And do not mingle with detractors. ”
Where is Proverbs 24:21 in the Bible?
Proverbs 24:21 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 24, verse 21.
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 24:21.
What translation should I read Proverbs 24:21 in?
Proverbs 24:21 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 24:21?
Proverbs 24:21 reads (CPDV): “My son, fear the Lord, as well as the king. And do not mingle with detractors. ” 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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