Proverbs 12:11

He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread: but he that followeth vain persons is void of understanding.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 12:11

BSB
The one who works his land will have plenty of food, but whoever chases fantasies lacks judgment.
AKJV
He that tills his land shall be satisfied with bread: but he that follows vain persons is void of understanding.
CPDV
Whoever works his land shall be satisfied with bread. But whoever continually pursues leisure is most foolish. Whoever is soothed by lingering over wine leaves behind contempt in his strongholds.
ERV
He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain persons is void of understanding.
NHEB
He who tills his land shall have plenty of bread, but he who chases fantasies is void of understanding.
SMT
He working his earth shall be filled with bread: and he pursuing vain things wanted heart.

Commentary for Proverbs 12:11

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 12:11
Summary
Farming sustains; pursuing idleness leaves empty-handed.
Event
Contrasting diligence and sloth
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom