Proverbs 28:7

Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 28:7

BSB
A discerning son keeps the law, but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father.
AKJV
Whoever keeps the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous men shames his father.
CPDV
Whoever keeps the law is a wise son. But whoever feeds gluttons brings shame to his father.
ERV
Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of gluttonous men shameth his father.
NHEB
Whoever keeps the Law is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.
SMT
He watching the law a son understanding: and the companion of squanderers will shame his father.

Commentary for Proverbs 28:7

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 28:7
Summary
Lawful sons honor parents; riotous companions dishonor.
Event
Son's behavior affecting parents
Estimated Time Period
c. 900 BC
Category
Wisdom