Proverbs 25:28

He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 25:28

BSB
Like a city whose walls are broken down is a man who does not control his temper.
AKJV
He that has no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls.
CPDV
Just like a city lying in the open and without surrounding walls, so also is a man who is unable to restrain his own spirit in speaking.
ERV
He whose spirit is without restraint is like a city that is broken down and hath no wall.
NHEB
Like a city that is broken down and without walls is a man whose spirit is without restraint.
SMT
A city being broken down, and not a wall, a man who restrains not to his spirit.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 25:28

HeH376Noun MasculinethathathnoruleH4623Noun MasculineoverhisownspiritH7307Noun FeminineislikeacityH5892Noun MasculinethatisbrokendownH6555VerbandwithoutwallsH2346Noun Feminine

Commentary for Proverbs 25:28

Please note: this is not Scripture

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 25:28
Summary
Lack of self-control leaves one defenseless
Place
City
Event
Comparing loss of control
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Wisdom