Proverbs 30:25

The ants are a people not strong, yet they prepare their meat in the summer;

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 30:25

BSB
The ants are creatures of little strength, yet they store up their food in the summer;
AKJV
The ants are a people not strong, yet they prepare their meat in the summer;
CPDV
the ants, an infirm people who provide food for themselves at the harvest,
ERV
The ants are a people not strong, yet they provide their meat in the summer;
NHEB
the ants are not a strong people, yet they provide their food in the summer.
SMT
The ants a people not strong, and they will prepare their bread in the summer;

Commentary for Proverbs 30:25

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 30:25
Summary
Ants display collective strength through preparation
Event
Example of ant industry and foresight
Estimated Time Period
c. 700 BC
Category
Wisdom