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Proverbs 23:25 Cross-References

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Thy father and thy mother shall be glad, and she that bare thee shall rejoice.

Proverbs 23:25 (KJV)

Commentary on Proverbs 23:25

This verse concludes the parental joy theme, extending it to both parents. 'Thy father and thy mother shall be glad' (יִשְׂמַח־אָבִיךָ וְאִמֶּךָ/yismach-avikha ve'immekha, your father and your mother will rejoice) emphasizes both parents' shared investment in children's wisdom. 'She that bare thee shall rejoice' (וְתָגֵל יוֹלַדְתֶּךָ/vetagel yoladtekha, she who gave you birth will exult) specifically honors mothers, acknowledging their unique bond and sacrifice. This echoes the fifth commandment's dual address: 'Honour thy father and thy mother' (Exodus 20:12). Both parents deserve honor; both...

Source: KJV Study Commentary

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