Proverbs 27:21

Do Not Boast about Tomorrow · Proverbs 27:1–27
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Translations

Modern
A crucible for silver and a furnace for gold, but a man is tested by the praise accorded him.
Traditional
As the fining pot for silver, and the furnace for gold; so is a man to his praise.
Literal
A crucible for silver and a furnace for gold, so is a man by the mouth of one who praises him.
Latin
Quomodo probatur in conflatorio argentum et in fornace aurum, sic probatur homo ore laudantis. Cor iniqui inquirit mala, cor autem rectum inquirit scientiam.

Interlinear

Hebrew
English
A crucible for silver and a furnace for gold, but a man is tested by the praise accorded him.

Notes

A person who stays humble when praised shows a pure character (see Proverbs 17:3).

Parallels

James 4:13–17

Glossary

Furnace Hezekiah Minerals and Metals Proverbs, Book of

Topics

Alchemy Flattery: General Scriptures Concerning Gold: Refined Self-Righteousness: General Scriptures Concerning