Proverbs 25:24 akjv — It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman and in a wide house.

American King James Version

" It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman and in a wide house. "

— Proverbs 25:24, American King James Version

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Proverbs 25 — Context

21

If your enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

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For you shall heap coals of fire on his head, and the LORD shall reward you.

23

The north wind drives away rain: so does an angry countenance a backbiting tongue.

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It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman and in a wide house.

25

As cold waters to a thirsty soul, so is good news from a far country.

26

A righteous man falling down before the wicked is as a troubled fountain, and a corrupt spring.

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It is not good to eat much honey: so for men to search their own glory is not glory.

Proverbs 25:24 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 25:24 say?
Proverbs 25:24 in the American King James Version reads: “ It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman and in a wide house. ”
Where is Proverbs 25:24 in the Bible?
Proverbs 25:24 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 25, verse 24.
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 25:24.
What translation should I read Proverbs 25:24 in?
Proverbs 25:24 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 25:24?
Proverbs 25:24 reads (AKJV): “ It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman and in a wide house. ” 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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