Proverbs 23:1

When thou sittest to eat with a ruler, consider diligently what is before thee:

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 23:1

BSB
When you sit down to dine with a ruler, consider carefully what is set before you,
AKJV
When you sit to eat with a ruler, consider diligently what is before you:
CPDV
When you sit down to eat with a leader, pay close attention to what has been set before your face,
ERV
When thou sittest to eat with a ruler, consider diligently him that is before thee;
NHEB
When you sit to eat with a ruler, consider diligently what is before you;
SMT
If thou shalt sit to eat with a ruler, understanding, thou shalt understand what is before thee.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 23:1

WhenthousittestH3427VerbtoeatH3898VerbwitharulerH4910VerbconsiderH995VerbdiligentlyH995VerbwhatisbeforeH6440Noun Masculinethee

Commentary for Proverbs 23:1

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 23:1
Summary
Careful attention when dining with powerful people
Event
Advising caution with rulers
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom