Proverbs 26:10 bbe — Like an archer wounding all who go by, is a foolish man overcome by drink.

Bible in Basic English

"Like an archer wounding all who go by, is a foolish man overcome by drink."

— Proverbs 26:10, Bible in Basic English

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Proverbs 26:10 in Other Translations

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Proverbs 26 — Context

7

The legs of one who has no power of walking are hanging loose; so is a wise saying in the mouth of the foolish.

8

Giving honour to a foolish man is like attempting to keep a stone fixed in a cord.

9

Like a thorn which goes up into the hand of a man overcome by drink, so is a wise saying in the mouth of a foolish man.

10

Like an archer wounding all who go by, is a foolish man overcome by drink.

11

Like a dog going back to the food which he has not been able to keep down, is the foolish man doing his foolish acts over again.

12

Have you seen a man who seems to himself to be wise? There is more hope for the foolish than for him.

13

The hater of work says, There is a lion in the way; a lion is in the streets.

Proverbs 26:10 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 26:10 say?
Proverbs 26:10 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Like an archer wounding all who go by, is a foolish man overcome by drink.”
Where is Proverbs 26:10 in the Bible?
Proverbs 26:10 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 26, verse 10.
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 26:10.
What translation should I read Proverbs 26:10 in?
Proverbs 26:10 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 26:10?
Proverbs 26:10 reads (BBE): “Like an archer wounding all who go by, is a foolish man overcome by drink.” 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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