Proverbs 28:23 kjv — He that rebuketh a man afterwards shall find more favour than he that flattereth with the tongue.

King James Version

"He that rebuketh a man afterwards shall find more favour than he that flattereth with the tongue."

— Proverbs 28:23, King James Version

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Proverbs 28 — Context

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A faithful man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent.

21

To have respect of persons is not good: for for a piece of bread that man will transgress.

22

He that hasteth to be rich hath an evil eye, and considereth not that poverty shall come upon him.

23

He that rebuketh a man afterwards shall find more favour than he that flattereth with the tongue.

24

Whoso robbeth his father or his mother, and saith, It is no transgression; the same is the companion of a destroyer.

25

He that is of a proud heart stirreth up strife: but he that putteth his trust in the Lord shall be made fat.

26

He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered.

Proverbs 28:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 28:23 say?
Proverbs 28:23 in the King James Version reads: “He that rebuketh a man afterwards shall find more favour than he that flattereth with the tongue.”
Where is Proverbs 28:23 in the Bible?
Proverbs 28:23 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 28, verse 23.
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 28:23.
What translation should I read Proverbs 28:23 in?
Proverbs 28:23 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 28:23?
Proverbs 28:23 reads (KJV): “He that rebuketh a man afterwards shall find more favour than he that flattereth with the tongue.” 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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