Proverbs 3:27

Withhold not good from them to whom it is due, when it is in the power of thine hand to do it.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 3:27

BSB

Do not withhold good from the deserving when it is within your power to act.

AKJV

Withhold not good from them to whom it is due, when it is in the power of your hand to do it.

CPDV

Do not prevent him who is able from doing good. When you are able, do good yourself too.

ERV

Withhold not good from them to whom it is due, when it is in the power of thine hand to do it.

NHEB

Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in the power of your hand to do it.

SMT

Thou shalt not withhold good from those possessing it in its being to the power of thy hand to do.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 3:27

WithholdH4513VerbnotgoodH2896fromthemtowhomitisdueH1167Noun MasculinewhenitisinthepowerH410Noun MasculineofthinehandH3027Noun FemininetodoH6213Verbit

Commentary for Proverbs 3:27

Please note: this is not Scripture

These study resources are provided for informational purposes only. They reflect human interpretation, are subject to human error, and should not be considered divinely inspired or authoritative.

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

Overview of Proverbs 3:27

Summary

Provide help when you can help others

Event

Command to help others

Estimated Time Period

c. 950 BC