Proverbs 29:1

He, that being often reproved hardeneth his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 29:1

BSB
A man who remains stiff-necked after much reproof will suddenly be shattered beyond recovery.
AKJV
He, that being often reproved hardens his neck, shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.
CPDV
The man who, with a stiff neck, treats the one who corrects him with contempt will be suddenly overwhelmed to his own destruction, and reason shall not follow him.
ERV
He that being often reproved hardeneth his neck shall suddenly be broken, and that without remedy.
NHEB
He who is often rebuked and stiffens his neck will be destroyed suddenly, with no remedy.
SMT
A Man of reproofs hardening the neck, shall be suddenly broken, and no healing.

Commentary for Proverbs 29:1

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 29:1
Summary
Repeated rejection of correction invites sudden destruction
Event
Stiff-necked person faces irreversible destruction
Estimated Time Period
c. 950-700 BC
Category
Wisdom