Proverbs 10:3

The LORD will not suffer the soul of the righteous to famish: but he casteth away the substance of the wicked.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 10:3

BSB
The LORD does not let the righteous go hungry, but He denies the craving of the wicked.
AKJV
The LORD will not suffer the soul of the righteous to famish: but he casts away the substance of the wicked.
CPDV
The Lord will not afflict with famine the soul of the just, and he will overthrow the treacheries of the impious.
ERV
The LORD will not suffer the soul of the righteous to famish: but he thrusteth away the desire of the wicked.
NHEB
The LORD will not allow the soul of the righteous to go hungry, but he thrusts away the desire of the wicked.
SMT
Jehovah will not cause the soul of the just one to hunger: and he will thrust away the desire of the unjust.

Commentary for Proverbs 10:3

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 10:3
Summary
God sustains the righteous and punishes the wicked
Event
God protecting and judging
Estimated Time Period
c. 10th century BC
Category
Promise