Proverbs 3:28

Say not unto thy neighbour, Go, and come again, and to morrow I will give; when thou hast it by thee.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Proverbs 3:28

BSB

Do not tell your neighbor, "Come back tomorrow and I will provide"-when you already have the means.

AKJV

Say not to your neighbor, Go, and come again, and to morrow I will give; when you have it by you.

CPDV

Do not say to your friend: "Go away, and then return. Tomorrow I will give to you." When you are able to do so, give in the present.

ERV

Say not unto thy neighbour, Go, and come again, and tomorrow I will give; when thou hast it by thee.

NHEB

Do not say to your neighbor, "Go, and come again; tomorrow I will give it to you," when you have it by you.

SMT

Thou shalt not say to thy neighbor, Go, and turn back, and to-morrow I will give; and there is with thee.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 3:28

SayH559VerbnotuntothyneighbourH7453Noun Masculine GoH3212VerbandcomeagainH7725VerbandtomorrowH4279Noun MasculineIwillgiveH5414VerbwhenthouhastH3426itbythee

Commentary for Proverbs 3:28

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 3:28

Summary

Do not delay giving help when you possess ability

Event

Instruction against delayed help

Estimated Time Period

c. 950 BC