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Proverbs 29:9 Cross-References
Explore 4 cross-references for Proverbs 29:9 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 29 verse 9 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest.”
Proverbs 29:9 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 29:9
If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest—the Hebrew structure emphasizes futility: whether the fool responds with anger (רָגַז, ragaz) or mocking laughter (שָׂחַק, sachaq), there is no rest (אֵין נָחַת, ein nachat—no quietness, settlement, or resolution). Engaging a fool (ish evil, morally deficient person) in argument produces only frustration.This wisdom parallels Jesus's instruction not to 'cast pearls before swine' (Matthew 7:6). Paul warns against 'foolish and unlearned questions' that generate strife (2 Timothy 2:23). The issue isn't intelle...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 29:9
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“lest you also be like him.”
“The beginning of the words of his mouth is foolishness: and the end of his talk is mischievous madness.”
“'We played the flute for you”