Proverbs 19:29

Judgments are prepared for scorners, and stripes for the back of fools.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 19:29

BSB
Judgments are prepared for mockers, and beatings for the backs of fools.
AKJV
Judgments are prepared for scorners, and stripes for the back of fools.
CPDV
Judgments are prepared for those who ridicule. And striking hammers are prepared for the bodies of the foolish.
ERV
Judgments are prepared for scorners, and stripes for the back of fools.
NHEB
Penalties are prepared for scoffers, and beatings for the backs of fools.
SMT
Judgment was prepared for those mocking, and blows for the back of the foolish.

Commentary for Proverbs 19:29

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 19:29
Summary
Divine judgment waits for scoffers and fools
Event
Announcing prepared judgment
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Wisdom