23 [a]The (A)fear of the Lord leads to life,
So that one may sleep (B)satisfied, [b](C)untouched by evil.
24 The [c](D)lazy one buries his hand (E)in the dish,
But will not even bring it back to his mouth.
25 (F)Strike a scoffer and the naive may become clever,
But (G)rebuke one who has understanding, and he will [d]gain knowledge.

Read full chapter

Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 19:23 Or Reverence for
  2. Proverbs 19:23 Lit not visited
  3. Proverbs 19:24 Lit idle person
  4. Proverbs 19:25 Lit discern

Bible Gateway Recommends