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Proverbs 23

Proverbs 23:1

True Riches · Proverbs 23:1–35
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Translations

Modern
When you sit down to dine with a ruler, consider carefully what is set before you,
Traditional
When thou sittest to eat with a ruler, consider diligently what is before thee:
Literal
When you sit down to eat with a ruler, discern carefully what is before your face,
Latin
Quando sederis ut comedas cum principe, diligenter attende quæ apposita sunt ante faciem tuam.

Interlinear

Hebrew
English
When you sit down to dine with a ruler, consider carefully what is set before you,

Notes

Proverbs 23:1–3

Saying 6: Many proverbs advise young men in government jobs. A ruler's rich food might tempt a newcomer to overeat due to lack of self-control. But he will be at risk when full.

Proverbs 22:17–24:22

This section is attributed to a group known as the wise, but their identity is unknown. There is a mention of thirty sayings (Proverbs 22:20). The wisdom sayings that follow can be divided into thirty sections. These sections are similar to an Egyptian work called the Instruction of Amenemope, which is also divided into thirty chapters.

Parallels

1 Timothy 6:17–19 James 5:1–6

Glossary

Archaeology and the Bible Proverbs, Book of Ruler

Topics

Abstemiousness: General Scriptures Concerning Citizens: Rights of Guest: Rules for the Conduct of Manners: Rules for Guests Prudence: General Scriptures Concerning Temperance: General Scriptures Concerning The Diet of the Jews of the Rich, Luxurious