Proverbs 15:25

The LORD will destroy the house of the proud: but he will establish the border of the widow.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 15:25

BSB
The LORD tears down the house of the proud, but He protects the boundaries of the widow.
AKJV
The LORD will destroy the house of the proud: but he will establish the border of the widow.
CPDV
The Lord will demolish the house of the arrogant. And He will make firm the borders of the widow.
ERV
The LORD will root up the house of the proud: but he will establish the border of the widow.
NHEB
The LORD will uproot the house of the proud, but he will keep the widow's borders intact.
SMT
The house of the proud will Jehovah sweep away, and he will set up the bound of the widow.

Commentary for Proverbs 15:25

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 15:25
Summary
God opposes pride; protects vulnerable widows
Event
God's contrasting actions toward proud and widow
Estimated Time Period
c. 970 BC
Category
Wisdom