Proverbs 8:35

Proverbs 8:36 net — But the one who misses me brings harm to himself; all who hate me love death."

NET Bible

"But the one who misses me brings harm to himself; all who hate me love death.""

— Proverbs 8:36, NET Bible

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Proverbs 8:36 in Other Translations

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KJV
“But he that sinneth against me wrongeth his own soul: all they that hate me love death. ”
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ASV
“But he that sinneth against me wrongeth his own soul: All they that hate me love death. ”
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WEB
“But he who sins against me wrongs his own soul. All those who hate me love death."”
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DRB
“But he that shall sin against me shall hurt his own soul. All that hate me love death. ”
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BBE
“But he who does evil to me, does wrong to his soul: all my haters are in love with death.”
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KJVA
“But he that sinneth against me wrongeth his own soul: all they that hate me love death. ”
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Proverbs 8 — Context

Listen to my instruction so that you may be wise, and do not neglect it.

Blessed is the one who listens to me, watching at my doors day by day, waiting beside my doorway.

For the one who finds me has found life and received favor from the LORD.

But the one who misses me brings harm to himself; all who hate me love death."

Proverbs 8:36 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 8:36 say?

Proverbs 8:36 in the NET Bible reads: “But the one who misses me brings harm to himself; all who hate me love death."”

Where is Proverbs 8:36 in the Bible?

Proverbs 8:36 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 8, verse 36.

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 8:36.

What translation should I read Proverbs 8:36 in?

Proverbs 8:36 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 8:36?

Proverbs 8:36 reads (NET): “But the one who misses me brings harm to himself; all who hate me love death."” 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.

Proverbs 8:36 net — But the one who misses me brings harm to himself; all who hate me love death."

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Proverbs 8 — Context

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