Proverbs 25:22

For thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head, and the LORD shall reward thee.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Proverbs 25:22

BSB

For in so doing, you will heap burning coals on his head, and the LORD will reward you.

AKJV

For you shall heap coals of fire on his head, and the LORD shall reward you.

CPDV

For you will gather hot coals upon his head, and the Lord will repay you.

ERV

For thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head, and the LORD shall reward thee.

NHEB

for by doing this you will heap coals of fire on his head, and the LORD will reward you.

SMT

For thou tookest up coals of fire upon his head, and Jehovah will recompense to thee.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 25:22

ForthoushaltheapH2846VerbcoalsoffireH1513Noun FeminineuponhisheadH7218Noun MasculineandtheLORDH3068Proper NameshallrewardH7999Verbthee

Commentary for Proverbs 25:22

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Proverbs 25:22

Summary

Kindness toward enemies brings divine reward

Event

Rewarding merciful behavior

Estimated Time Period

c. 1000 BC