Proverbs 20:30

The blueness of a wound cleanseth away evil: so do stripes the inward parts of the belly.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 20:30

BSB
Lashes and wounds scour evil, and beatings cleanse the inmost parts.
AKJV
The blueness of a wound cleans away evil: so do stripes the inward parts of the belly.
CPDV
The bruise of a wound, as well as scourges, shall wipe away evils in the more secret places of the inner self.
ERV
Stripes that wound cleanse away evil: and strokes reach the innermost parts of the belly.
NHEB
Wounding blows cleanse away evil, and beatings purge the innermost parts.
SMT
The joining of a wound will cleanse against evil: and blows the chambers of the belly.

Commentary for Proverbs 20:30

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 20:30
Summary
Discipline removes corruption and internal moral decay.
Event
Punishment cleanses internal wickedness
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom