Proverbs 22:10

Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yea, strife and reproach shall cease.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 22:10

BSB
Drive out the mocker, and conflict will depart; even quarreling and insults will cease.
AKJV
Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yes, strife and reproach shall cease.
CPDV
Cast out the one who ridicules, and conflict will go out with him, and accusations and insults will cease.
ERV
Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yea, strife and ignominy shall cease.
NHEB
Drive out the mocker, and strife will go out; yes, quarrels and insults will stop.
SMT
Cast out him mocking, and strife shall go out, and contention shall cease and dishonor.

Commentary for Proverbs 22:10

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 22:10
Summary
Removing mocker eliminates conflict and restores peace
Event
Removing disruptive person from community
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom