Proverbs 31:3 cpdv — Do not give your substance to women, or your riches to overthrow kings.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Do not give your substance to women, or your riches to overthrow kings. "

— Proverbs 31:3, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Proverbs 31 — Context

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The words of king Lamuel. The vision by which his mother instructed him:

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“What, O my beloved? What, O beloved of my womb? What, O beloved of my vows?

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Do not give your substance to women, or your riches to overthrow kings.

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Not to kings, O Lamuel, not to kings give wine. For there are no secrets where drunkenness reigns.

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And perhaps they may drink and forget judgments, and alter the case of the sons of the poor.

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Give strong drink to the grieving, and wine to those who are bitter in soul.

Proverbs 31:3 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 31:3 say?
Proverbs 31:3 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Do not give your substance to women, or your riches to overthrow kings. ”
Where is Proverbs 31:3 in the Bible?
Proverbs 31:3 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 31, verse 3.
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 31:3.
What translation should I read Proverbs 31:3 in?
Proverbs 31:3 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 31:3?
Proverbs 31:3 reads (CPDV): “Do not give your substance to women, or your riches to overthrow kings. ” 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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