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Proverbs 29:26

Proverbs 29:27-1964 bbe — An evil man is disgusting to the upright, and he who is upright is disgusting to evil-doers.

Bible in Basic English

"An evil man is disgusting to the upright, and he who is upright is disgusting to evil-doers."

— Proverbs 29:27-1964, Bible in Basic English

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Proverbs 29 — Context

24

A man who takes part with a thief has hate for his soul; he is put under oath, but says nothing.

25

The fear of man is a cause of danger: but whoever puts his faith in the Lord will have a safe place on high.

26

The approval of a ruler is desired by great numbers: but the decision in a man's cause comes from the Lord.

27

An evil man is disgusting to the upright, and he who is upright is disgusting to evil-doers.

Proverbs 29:27-1964 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 29:27-1964 say?
Proverbs 29:27-1964 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “An evil man is disgusting to the upright, and he who is upright is disgusting to evil-doers.”
Where is Proverbs 29:27-1964 in the Bible?
Proverbs 29:27-1964 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 29, verses 27–1964.
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 29:27-1964.
What translation should I read Proverbs 29:27-1964 in?
Proverbs 29:27-1964 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 29:27-1964?
Proverbs 29:27-1964 reads (BBE): “An evil man is disgusting to the upright, and he who is upright is disgusting to evil-doers.” 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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