4 1 “For indeed the day 2 is coming, burning like a furnace, and all the arrogant evildoers will be chaff. Blessings--literally, "Praises." We tend to think of the work of the Holy Spirit on an individual, one-to-one basis, which is, of course, correct. . Verse 17. . Proverbs 10:17 (YLT) Proverbs 10:17 (TMBA) Whoever heeds instruction is on the path to life, but one who rejects a rebuke goes astray. I think the data shows the word is used in two contexts. Verse 4 . 3. . Proverbs 10:17, ESV: "Whoever heeds instruction is on the path to life, but he who rejects reproof leads others astray." 9. perverteth his ways--acts deceitfully. NLT: New Living Translation . (2) I am giving you sound teaching, so do not forsake my instruction. As vinegar sets the teeth on edge, and as the smoke causes the eyes ( proverbs 10:27-28 ) is he that loves life? 15. * a 2 Ill-gotten treasures profit nothing,. Proverbs 10:17 (NLT) The way of life is to him that keepeth chastising; but he that forsaketh blamings, erreth. Use this table to get a word-for-word translation of the original Hebrew Scripture. humiliation, confession, and reformation. Proverbs 10:17The Message (MSG) 17 The road to life is a disciplined life; ignore correction and you’re lost for good. the liar, to a mischievous tongue. 25. Instruction keeps the right ways of life; but instruction unchastened goes astray. Below I will list most of the verses with this root. He who keeps instruction is in the way of life, But he who refuses correction goes astray. Proverbs 10:17 (HNV) He is in the way of life that keepeth instruction: but he that refuseth reproof erreth. "Treasures of wickedness profit nothing: but righteousness delivereth from death." Whatever knowledge may be useful, we must lay it up, that it may not be to seek when we want it. The road to life is a disciplined life; ignore correction and you're lost for good. Answer: The phrase “iron sharpens iron” is found in Proverbs 27:17: “As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.” There is mutual benefit in the rubbing of two iron blades together; the edges become sharper, making the knives more efficient in their task to cut and slice. “It 3 will not leave even a root or branch. It is necessary neither to change the tone, nor, with Ewald, to interpret ארח as abstr. What exhortation is given to us in Proverbs 4:1-4 (printed below) as we listen to the godly father as he addresses his son? accent. 15 The rich man's wealth is his strong city: the destruction of the poor is their poverty. Who said these words? but justice saves from death. Proverbs 10:17 (CEBA) (Matthew 11:29) What is the significance of the sword mentioned by Jesus in Luke 22:36? In invoking this parental imagery, the verse conveys a counter-intuitive truth: Suffering does not necessarily imply divine disfavor. Verse 5 . Cancel. refuseth—or, "turns from reproof," which might direct him aright. The author of Hebrews will later quote Proverbs 3:11-12 to demonstrate that suffering is no less than a sign of sonship (Hebrews 12:5-6). Proverbs 10:17 (WEB) death--the greatest of all evils. Please enter your email address associated with your Salem All-Pass account, then click Continue. Proverbs 10:17 NLT. Ver. cut off--as an unproductive plant. Sin is the pleasure of the wicked; wisdom that of the good. Proverbs 10:17 (BSB) Whoever heeds instruction is on the path to life, but he who ignores reproof goes astray. [On] the path to life is he who guards instruction, but he who rejects rebuke goes astray. Proverbs 10:17 Translation & Meaning. 1 The Proverbs of Solomon:. Keeping instruction is the path to life; but he that forsaketh reproof goeth astray. The coming day will burn them up,” says the Lord who rules over all. Proverbs 10:17 (LEB) The evidences of art in the structure are very clear, and indicate, probably, a purpose of facilitating the labor of memorizing. The industry of the righteous is alone truly successful, while the earnings of the wicked tempt and lead to sin. Both the just and the wicked must die; but between their souls there is a vast difference. The Lord will not allow the righteous soul to famish, But He casts away the desire of the wicked. You see, all the … 32. know--regard and provide for ( Psalms 1:6 ). Proverbs 10:17 (ESV) Proverbs 10:17 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] Proverbs 10:17, NIV: "Whoever heeds discipline shows the way to life, but whoever ignores correction leads others astray." Fools die for want of a heart, so the word is; for want of thought. 17 There is a way to life when one gives heed to correction; And whoever disregards instruction runs into error. . 17 He is in the way of life that keepeth instruction: but he that refuseth reproof erreth. 12. strifes--or, "litigations." Without can not be used by it self, meaning that it has to be minimum one more condition included (all/at least one,etc) all: "fish", without: "bread", will search for verses that contains "fish" but NOT "bread" start: Proverbs 10:17 (MES) The road to life is a disciplined life; ignore correction and you’re lost for good. Browse Sermons on Proverbs 10:17. Where there is hatred, every thing stirs up strife. Proverbs 10:17 (NCV) Commentary on Proverbs 10:16 (Read Proverbs 10:16) Perhaps a righteous man has no more than what he works hard for, but that labour tends to life. The person who has discipline in his life is an example of one who has a meaningful life whereas those who refuse to learn from discipline cause others to stumble. That wealth which is truly desirable, has no vexation of spirit in the enjoyment; no grief for the loss; no guilt by the abuse of it. The way, &c.--that is, God's providence sustains the righteous and overthrows the wicked ( Hosea 14:9 ). Proverbs 10:17 (RHE) Whether it be tragedy, sorrow, depression, disappointment, or grief; these sorrows are gonna eventually visit the house of every person. Proverbs 3:12 is the only proverb to envision God as a father figure. He is in the way of life that gives heed to chastening, but he that refuses reproof errs. pro concreto, like הלך, for the expression "wanderer to life" has no support in the Mishle. Proverbs 10:17 (CSB) Through the whole of the Proverbs, we are to look for somewhat beyond the first sense the passage may imply, and this we shall find to be Christ. Those who heed instruction are on the way to life, but those who ignore correction lose their way. Anyone who pays attention to his training is on his way to life. Verse 10 . I'm not sure if the word therefore has two distinct senses. Proverbs 10:17 (WYC) People who listen when they are corrected will live, but those who will not admit that they are wrong are in danger. . . 2 But for you who respect my name, the sun of vindication 4 will rise with healing wings, 5 and you will skip about 6 like calves released from the stall. From the last two it is seen that רמיּה is a subst., as also from Psalms 120:2 . expectation . 28. gladness--in confidence of realizing it. Whoever practices discipline is on the way to life, but whoever ignores a warning strays. Proverbs 10:17 (MSG) that keepeth instruction; the instruction in righteousness which the Scriptures give, especially the Gospel part of them; which is an instruction into the mind and will of God about man's salvation; into the grace of God, as displayed therein; into the person and offices of Christ, and salvation by him; into the doctrines of peace, pardon, righteousness, and life, through him. than a house full of feasting with strife. Proverbs 10:17 (CEB) Instead of ארח חיּים (Proverbs 5:6), there is here ארח לחיים; and then this proverb falls into rank with Proverbs 10:16, which contains the same word לחיים. The traveller that has missed his way, and cannot bear to be told of it, and to be shown the right way, must err still. He that checks himself is a wise ( proverbs 10:20-21 ) the just is sincere, freed from the dross of guile and evil design. 14. lay up knowledge--that is, as treasures for good use. heaviness--or, "grief.". It is a way of life when a man keepeth instruction, taketh to heart what is taught by daily providences and the wisdom of experience. Proverbs 10:17 (RSV) Verse 12 . Those who are fervent in spirit, serving the Lord, are likely to be rich in faith, and rich in good works. Verse 15 . The largest desire of eternal blessings the righteous can form, will be granted. The way of life, to him that observeth correction: but he that forsaketh reproofs, goeth astray. He is in the way of life who heeds correction, But he who forsakes reproof leads others astray. . שׁחד only occurs 25 times in the Hebrew Bible which means we can do a comprehensive word study pretty easily. 17-18). ; for ארח way, road equals ארח [a wayfarer, part. (The way of life is for him who receiveth discipline; but he who forsaketh rebukes, erreth.). He that keepeth instruction is in the way of life, but he that refuseth reproof erreth. ; but in the Comm. covereth--by forgiveness and forbearance. Mishle 10:17 (OJB) . a. Proverbs 10:17 (LXX) He is especially a fool who thinks to hide anything from God; and malice is no better. Verse 22 . (i) "observat", Tigurine version; "servat", Cocceius; "observans", Schultens. He is in the way of life that keepeth instruction: but he that refuseth reproof erreth . A traveller to life [is] he who is keeping instruction, And whoso is forsaking rebuke is erring. Verse 29 . father--or, "gladdens a father." Verse 8 . 21. People who accept discipline are on the pathway to life, but those who ignore correction will go astray. He is in the way of life who heeds correction, But he who forsakes reproof leads others astray. Two vices contrasted; hypocrisy, or insinuating evil against one ( Proverbs 6:13 , Psalms 35:19 ), and rashness of speech. Proverbs 10:17 (DBY) Proverbs 10:15 The rich man's wealth is his strong city: the destruction of the poor is their poverty. Proverbs 10:17 He [is in] the way of life that keepeth instruction: but he that refuseth reproof erreth. Proverbs 10:17 (KJV) He is in the orach (path) of Chayyim that is shomer over musar, but he that abandoneth tokhakhat (reproof) goes astray. CHAPTER 17. Whoever accepts correction is on the way to life, but whoever ignores correction will lead others away from life. Proverbs 10:17 (BBE) and will share the inheritance of the children. Verse 14 . Whoever heeds discipline shows the way to life, but whoever ignores correction leads others astray. The way of life is to him that keepeth chastising; but he that forsaketh blamings, erreth. Aben Ezra reads this clause in connection with the former, as said of one and the same person, "he is in the way of life that keepeth instruction, and forsakes or rejects the reproof of him that causeth to err.''. earth--or, "land of promise.". מתעה would be unsuitable as a contrast in the causative sense: who guides wrong, according to which Bertheau understands 17a, that only he who observes correction can guide others to life. foundation--well laid and firm ( Matthew 7:24 Matthew 7:25 ). I think it might really just have one sense, per… frowardness--all kinds of deceit and ill-nature. People who accept discipline are on the pathway to life, but those who ignore correction will go astray. All rights reserved. 22. it maketh, &c.--"it" is emphatic. The last clause is better: "The mouth of the wicked covereth (or concealeth) violence (or mischievous devices)" to be executed in due time ( Psalms 5:9 , 10:7 , Romans 3:14 ), and hence has no praises (compare Proverbs 10:11 ). Question: "What does it mean that iron sharpens iron?" CHAPTER 10. The righteous is kept by the power of God; and nothing shall be able to separate him from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus. (10:17) Making the Right Impact (Prov 10:17 NIV) He who heeds discipline shows the way to life, but whoever ignores correction leads others astray. 24. it--the very thing. Proverbs 10:17 (WBT) fall--headlong, suddenly. . Proverbs 10:17 (KJVA) The wise in heart puts his knowledge in practice. but justice saves from death. The way of life, to him that observeth correction: but he that forsaketh reproofs, goeth astray. The one who follows instruction is on the path to life, but the one who rejects correction goes astray. But it is the sin, and will be the ruin of a wicked man, that he speaks what is displeasing to God, and provoking to those he converses with. 29. Verse 26 . The good man's mouth is always open to teach, comfort, and correct others. 8 A gift is as a precious stone in the eyes of him that hath it: whithersoever it turneth, it prospereth. Fools not only fail to benefit others, as do the righteous, but procure their own ruin (compare Proverbs 10:11 Proverbs 10:17 , Hosea 4:6 ). He is in the way of life that heedeth correction; But he that forsaketh reproof erreth. Proverbs 10:17 Context. A wise son gives his father joy, but a foolish son is a grief to his mother. 16. Whoever heeds instruction is on the path to life, but one who rejects a rebuke goes astray. He who observes discipline is on the way to life; but he who ignores correction is making a mistake. ( לשׁון רמיּה, from a crafty tongue) that it is an adject., and from Leviticus 14:15 . Those that foolishly go on in wicked ways, prepare rods for themselves. (The way of life is for him who receiveth discipline; but he who forsaketh rebukes, erreth.). He who takes note of teaching is a way of life, but he who gives up training is a cause of error. Whoever heeds discipline shows the way to life, but whoever ignores correction leads others astray. Michaelis has given the right interpretation: via ad vitam est si quis custodiat disciplinam. He that keepeth instruction is in the way of life, but he that refuseth reproof erreth. He that rejects the counsel and advice, the admonitions and reproofs, given in the word of God, by the ministers of it; or by parents and masters, friends or relations, that wish him well; he wanders far off from the way that leads to life, and goes into the paths of sin, and consequently is in the way of death. Riches from God are without the sorrow of ill-gotten wealth (compare Ecclesiastes 2:21-23 , 1 Timothy 6:9 1 Timothy 6:10 1 Timothy 6:17 ). (l) "qui relinquit increpationem", Pagninus; "deserens", Montanus, Schultens; "derelinquit", Piscator; "deserit", Cocceius. The word is plural. He [is in] the way of life that keepeth instruction: but he that refuseth reproof erreth. Treasures . 31. bringeth forth--literally, "germinates" as a plant. Verse 30 . What does “prating” mean in Proverbs 10:8? shall rot--literally, "be worm-eaten," useless and disgusting. Whoever heeds instruction is on the path to life, but he who rejects reproof leads others astray. 8. wise, &c.--(compare Proverbs 9:8 Proverbs 9:9 Proverbs 9:16 ), opposed to prating fool--or, "fool of lips of wicked language." We expect to hear what injuries he who thinks to raise himself above all reproach brings on himself. Are they true? In each case, the results are on the evildoers. of ארח] would, as שׁסע, Leviticus 11:7, נטע, Psalm 94:9, have the tone on the ultima. What did Solomon mean when he spoke of “a time to keep silence” in Ecclesiastes 3:7? Those who heed instruction are on the way to life, but those who ignore correction lose their way. Proverbs 10:17 (GNT) Whoever heeds instruction is on the path to life, but he who rejects reproof leads others astray. 16 The labour of the righteous tendeth to life: the fruit of the wicked to sin. This morning we continue our series, “Unlocking the Power of Proverbs – Walking in the Wisdom of God.” In this text Solomon contrasts those who heed discipline with those to ignore correction. . Those that speak much, speak much amiss. This means “continually causes”. * 3 The crucible for silver, and the furnace for gold,. What does “causeth” mean in Proverbs 10:5? 7. blessed--literally, "for a blessing," or praise. causeth shame--literally, "is base" (compare Proverbs 14:35 , 17:2 ). 1 The Proverbs of Solomon:. * 2 A wise servant will rule over an unworthy son,. 14 Wise men lay up knowledge: but the mouth of the foolish is near destruction. A traveller to life [is] he who is keeping instruction, And whoso is forsaking rebuke is erring. See D. W. Thomas, “The Meaning of חַטָּאת in Proverbs X.16,” JTS 15 (1964): 295-96. He that keepeth instruction is in the way of life, but he that refuseth reproof erreth. Verse 23 . . The accentuation denotes ארח as subst. but the tester of hearts is the LORD.. 4 The evildoer gives heed to wicked lips,. (Compare Proverbs 12:3 , Psalms 37:9-11 , 102:28 ). void of understanding--( Proverbs 6:32 , 7:7 ). People who accept discipline are on the pathway to life, but those who ignore correction will go astray. Verse 16 . Proverbs 10:17 in all English translations Bible Gateway Recommends The NKJV, American Patriot's Bible, Hardcover: The Word of God and the Shaping of America Our Price: $44.99 Buy Now Proverbs 10:17 (NAS) Such teachableness leads to happiness here and hereafter. They must die ( proverbs 10:31-32 ) wisely for the benefit of others. He is in the way of life that keepeth instruction: but he that refuseth reproof erreth . Now he to whom this instruction comes with power, and is the savour of life unto life; who receives it in the love of it; who "observes" (i) it, as the word here used signifies; takes notice of and follows its direction, pointing out Christ as the way of salvation, instructing to look to him and believe in him, and be saved; and who retains and holds fast such instruction, and abides by it; and finds the word of the Gospel, and eats it, and is nourished by it unto everlasting life; he is most assuredly in the way of it; but he that refuseth reproof erreth; that is, from the way of life. Verse 1 The comfort of parents much depends on their children; and ( proverbs 10:2-3 ) the righteous may be poor, the Lord will not suffer him to want what is needful for spiritual life. He is on the path of life who heeds instruction, But he who ignores reproof goes astray. (k) "faciens errare", Montanus, Gejerus; "seduceus sese", Tigurine version; "errare facit", some in Vatablus; "facit oberrare", Cocceius. Proverbs 10:17 (NRS) Salem Media Group. . The believer grows stronger in faith, and obeys with increased delight. Romans 10:14–21 explains that, despite hearing the gospel and understanding it, Israel continues to disobey. Proverbs 10:17 (CJB) In like manner הוסיף, הגּיע (to touch), הרחיק (to go to a distance), denote the active conduct of a being endowed with reason; Ewald, 122, c. Jewish interpreters gloss מתעה by supplying נפשׁו; but it signifies only as inwardly transitive, to accomplish the action of the תּעות. Here is just blame of those who trifle away opportunities, both for here and for hereafter. Whoever practices discipline is on the way to life, but whoever ignores a warning strays. He is in the way of life that keepeth instruction: but he that refuseth reproof erreth. Instruction keeps the right ways of life; but instruction unchastened goes astray. destruction--or, "as to the mouth," &c., destruction is near; they expose themselves to evil by prating. Some render it, "causeth to err" (k); either others, as Aben Ezra; or both himself and others, as Jarchi: and then it may be understood of him "that forsaketh reproof" (l), as it may be rendered; that is, that declines giving reproof, when it lies in his way, and is his duty to do it. Right speech is the fruit of a good heart, but the wicked show theirs to be useless. Proverbs 10:17 (NKJV) Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible (Concise), Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible, California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information. He [is in] the way of life that keepeth instruction: but he that refuseth reproof erreth. Proverbs 10:1-32 . but the craving of the wicked he thwarts. (Compare Psalms 37:16-20 ). * a 2 Ill-gotten treasures profit nothing,. (Compare Proverbs 9:11 , Psalms 55:23 ). He is the Wisdom so often spoken of in this book. Proverbs 10:17 (GNTA) Those who heed instruction are on the way to life, but those who ignore correction lose their way. By bearing with each other, peace and harmony are preserved. sleepeth--in indolence, and not for rest. Change Language {{#items}} {{local_title}} Let him fear God, and that will secure to him life enough in this world, and eternal life in the other. The syntactical contents, however, are different, as e.g., 1 Samuel 2:13, where the participle has the force of a hypothetical clause; for the expression: "a way to life is he who observes correction," is equivalent to: he is on the way to life who...; a variety of the manner of expression: "the porch was twenty cubits," 2 Chronicles 3:4, particularly adapted to the figurative language of proverbial poetry, as if the poet said: See there one observant of correction - that (viz., the שׁמר [שׁמר, to watch] representing itself in this שׁמר) is the way to life. He who heeds instruction is on the path to life, but he who rejects reproof goes astray. People who listen when they are corrected will live, but those who will not admit that they are wrong are in danger. What comes from the love of God, has the grace of God for its companion. Rich people's wealth exposes them to many dangers; while a poor man may live comfortably, if he is content, keeps a good conscience, and lives by faith. He who takes note of teaching is a way of life, but he who gives up training is a cause of error. Version. The road to life is a disciplined life; ignore correction and you're lost for good. Scripture: Proverbs 10:17, Psalms 46:1, Ephesians 5:15, Proverbs 13:20 Summary: Have you ever thought that God allows sorrows to come into our lives, and in that end, those sorrows have a purpose. Yes, they are true, for money can solve a lot of problems and Verse 18 . He is in the way of life who heeds correction, But he who forsakes reproof leads others astray. 1 Better a dry crust with quiet. found--hence, not beaten, as the wicked-speaking fool. Proverbs 10:17 (TMB) The last clause is better: "He will repel the greedy desires of the wicked.". As the book of Proverbs progresses, the content is directed to an older son. Hitzig, in his Commentary (1858), for this reason places the Hithpa. מתּעה (rather write מתּעה) in the place of the Hiph. The wicked would be glad to have this earth their home for ever, but it cannot be so. Verse 19 . Abundance of blessings shall abide on good men; real blessings. Proverbs 10:20 "The tongue of the just [is as] choice silver: the heart of the wicked [is] little worth." Proverbs 10:17 (RSVA) He who heeds instruction is on the path to life, but he who rejects reproof goes astray. Whoever accepts correction is on the way to life, but whoever ignores correction will lead others away from life. 23. But anyone who refuses to be corrected leads others down the wrong path. Verse 6 . In the lips . Verse 24 . Verse 17 . Proverbs 10:17 (NIV) The one who follows instruction is on the path to life, but the one who rejects correction goes astray. He who heeds instruction is on the path to life, but he who rejects reproof goes astray. 19. * b 3 The LORD does not let the just go hungry,. 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