Proverbs 13:25

The righteous eateth to the satisfying of his soul: but the belly of the wicked shall want.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 13:25

BSB
A righteous man eats to his heart's content, but the stomach of the wicked is empty.
AKJV
The righteous eats to the satisfying of his soul: but the belly of the wicked shall want.
CPDV
The just eats and fills his soul. But the belly of the impious is never satisfied.
ERV
The righteous eateth to the satisfying of his soul: but the belly of the wicked shall want.
NHEB
The righteous one eats to the satisfying of his soul, but the belly of the wicked goes hungry.
SMT
The just one ate to fill his soul: and the belly of the unjust shall want.

Commentary for Proverbs 13:25

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 13:25
Summary
Virtuous ones have plenty; wicked ones lack nourishment.
Event
Contrasting nourishment for righteous and wicked
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom