Proverbs 27:15 nasb — A constant dripping on a day of steady rain And a contentious woman are alike;

NASB

"A constant dripping on a day of steady rain And a contentious woman are alike;"

— Proverbs 27:15, NASB

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Proverbs 27 — Context

12

A prudent man sees evil and hides himself, The naive proceed and pay the penalty.

13

Take his garment when he becomes surety for a stranger; And for an adulterous woman hold him in pledge.

14

He who blesses his friend with a loud voice early in the morning, It will be reckoned a curse to him.

15

A constant dripping on a day of steady rain And a contentious woman are alike;

16

He who would restrain her restrains the wind, And grasps oil with his right hand.

17

Iron sharpens iron, So one man sharpens another.

18

He who tends the fig tree will eat its fruit, And he who cares for his master will be honored.

Proverbs 27:15 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 27:15 say?
Proverbs 27:15 in the NASB reads: “A constant dripping on a day of steady rain And a contentious woman are alike;”
Where is Proverbs 27:15 in the Bible?
Proverbs 27:15 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 27, verse 15.
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 27:15.
What translation should I read Proverbs 27:15 in?
Proverbs 27:15 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 27:15?
Proverbs 27:15 reads (NASB): “A constant dripping on a day of steady rain And a contentious woman are alike;” 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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