Proverbs 25:14

Whoso boasteth himself of a false gift is like clouds and wind without rain.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 25:14

BSB
Like clouds and wind without rain is the man who boasts of gifts never given.
AKJV
Whoever boasts himself of a false gift is like clouds and wind without rain.
CPDV
A man who boasts and does not fulfill his promises is like clouds and wind, when rain does not follow.
ERV
As clouds and wind without rain, so is he that boasteth himself of his gifts falsely.
NHEB
As clouds and wind without rain, so is he who boasts of gifts deceptively.
SMT
Clouds and wind and not rain, a man boasting in a gift of falsehood.

Commentary for Proverbs 25:14

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 25:14
Summary
False boasting is empty and disappointing
Event
Criticizing false boasting
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom