Proverbs 29:10 cpdv — Bloodthirsty men hate the simple one; but the just seek out his soul.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Bloodthirsty men hate the simple one; but the just seek out his soul. "

— Proverbs 29:10, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Proverbs 29 — Context

7

The just knows the case of the poor. The impious is ignorant of knowledge.

8

Pestilent men squander a city. Yet truly, the wise avert fury.

9

A wise man, if he were to contend with the foolish, whether in anger or in laughter, would find no rest.

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Bloodthirsty men hate the simple one; but the just seek out his soul.

11

A foolish one offers everything on his mind. A wise one reserves and defers until later.

12

A leader who freely listens to lying words has only impious servants.

13

The pauper and the creditor have met one another. The Lord is the illuminator of them both.

Proverbs 29:10 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 29:10 say?
Proverbs 29:10 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Bloodthirsty men hate the simple one; but the just seek out his soul. ”
Where is Proverbs 29:10 in the Bible?
Proverbs 29:10 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 29, 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 29:10.
What translation should I read Proverbs 29:10 in?
Proverbs 29:10 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 29:10?
Proverbs 29:10 reads (CPDV): “Bloodthirsty men hate the simple one; but the just seek out his soul. ” 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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