Proverbs 7:20 web — He has taken a bag of money with him. He will come home at the full moon."

World English Bible

"He has taken a bag of money with him. He will come home at the full moon.""

— Proverbs 7:20, World English Bible

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Proverbs 7:20 in Other Translations

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Proverbs 7 — Context

17

I have perfumed my bed with myrrh, aloes, and cinnamon.

18

Come, let's take our fill of loving until the morning. Let's solace ourselves with loving.

19

For my husband isn't at home. He has gone on a long journey.

20

He has taken a bag of money with him. He will come home at the full moon."

21

With persuasive words, she led him astray. With the flattering of her lips, she seduced him.

22

He followed her immediately, as an ox goes to the slaughter, as a fool stepping into a noose.

23

Until an arrow strikes through his liver, as a bird hurries to the snare, and doesn't know that it will cost his life.

Proverbs 7:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 7:20 say?
Proverbs 7:20 in the World English Bible reads: “He has taken a bag of money with him. He will come home at the full moon."”
Where is Proverbs 7:20 in the Bible?
Proverbs 7:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 7, verse 20.
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 7:20.
What translation should I read Proverbs 7:20 in?
Proverbs 7:20 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 7:20?
Proverbs 7:20 reads (WEB): “He has taken a bag of money with him. He will come home at the full moon."” 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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