Proverbs 28:19

He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 28:19

BSB
The one who works his land will have plenty of food, but whoever chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.
AKJV
He that tills his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that follows after vain persons shall have poverty enough.
CPDV
Whoever works his land shall be satisfied with bread. But whoever pursues leisure will be filled with need.
ERV
He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough.
NHEB
One who works his land will have an abundance of food; but one who chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.
SMT
He working his land shall be filled with bread: and he pursuing the vain shall be filled with poverty.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 28:19

HethattillethH5647VerbhislandH127Noun FeminineshallhaveplentyH7646VerbofbreadH3899Noun MasculinebuthethatfollowethH7291VerbaftervainH7386AdjectivepersonsshallhavepovertyenoughH7389Noun Masculine

Commentary for Proverbs 28:19

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 28:19
Summary
Diligent workers prosper; idleness leads to want
Event
Agricultural diligence versus idle pursuits
Estimated Time Period
c. 950-700 BC
Category
Wisdom