Proverbs 25:17 akjv — Withdraw your foot from your neighbor’s house; lest he be weary of you, and so hate you.

American King James Version

"Withdraw your foot from your neighbor’s house; lest he be weary of you, and so hate you. "

— Proverbs 25:17, American King James Version

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Proverbs 25 — Context

14

Whoever boasts himself of a false gift is like clouds and wind without rain.

15

By long forbearing is a prince persuaded, and a soft tongue breaks the bone.

16

Have you found honey? eat so much as is sufficient for you, lest you be filled therewith, and vomit it.

17

Withdraw your foot from your neighbor’s house; lest he be weary of you, and so hate you.

18

A man that bears false witness against his neighbor is a maul, and a sword, and a sharp arrow.

19

Confidence in an unfaithful man in time of trouble is like a broken tooth, and a foot out of joint.

20

As he that takes away a garment in cold weather, and as vinegar on nitre, so is he that singes songs to an heavy heart.

Proverbs 25:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 25:17 say?
Proverbs 25:17 in the American King James Version reads: “Withdraw your foot from your neighbor’s house; lest he be weary of you, and so hate you. ”
Where is Proverbs 25:17 in the Bible?
Proverbs 25:17 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 25, verse 17.
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 25:17.
What translation should I read Proverbs 25:17 in?
Proverbs 25:17 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 25:17?
Proverbs 25:17 reads (AKJV): “Withdraw your foot from your neighbor’s house; lest he be weary of you, and so hate you. ” 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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