Proverbs 13:13

Whoso despiseth the word shall be destroyed: but he that feareth the commandment shall be rewarded.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 13:13

BSB
He who despises instruction will pay the penalty, but the one who respects a command will be rewarded.
AKJV
Whoever despises the word shall be destroyed: but he that fears the commandment shall be rewarded.
CPDV
Whoever denounces something obligates himself for the future. But whoever fears a lesson shall turn away in peace. Deceitful souls wander into sins. The just are merciful and compassionate.
ERV
Whoso despiseth the word bringeth destruction on himself: but he that feareth the commandment shall be rewarded.
NHEB
Whoever despises instruction will pay for it, but he who respects a command will be rewarded.
SMT
He despising to the word it shall be perverse to him: and he fearing the command shall be requited.

Commentary for Proverbs 13:13

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 13:13
Summary
Rejecting instruction brings ruin; respecting it brings reward.
Event
Warning about disrespecting guidance
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom