Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Fools mock at making amends for sin, but goodwill is found among the upright. New Living Translation Fools make fun of guilt, but the godly acknowledge it and seek reconciliation. English Standard Version Fools mock at the guilt offering, but the upright enjoy acceptance. Berean Standard Bible Fools mock the making of amends, but goodwill is found among the upright. King James Bible Fools make a mock at sin: but among the righteous there is favour. New King James Version Fools mock at sin, But among the upright there is favor. New American Standard Bible Fools mock at sin, But among the upright there is goodwill. NASB 1995 Fools mock at sin, But among the upright there is good will. NASB 1977 Fools mock at sin, But among the upright there is good will. Legacy Standard Bible Ignorant fools scoff at guilt, But among the upright there is favor. Amplified Bible Fools mock sin [but sin mocks the fools], But among the upright there is good will and the favor and blessing of God. Christian Standard Bible Fools mock at making reparation, but there is goodwill among the upright. Holman Christian Standard Bible Fools mock at making restitution, but there is goodwill among the upright. American Standard Version A trespass-offering mocketh fools; But among the upright there is good will. Contemporary English Version Fools don't care if they are wrong, but God is pleased when people do right. English Revised Version The foolish make a mock at guilt: but among the upright there is good will. GOD'S WORD® Translation Stubborn fools make fun of guilt, but there is forgiveness among decent people. Good News Translation Foolish people don't care if they sin, but good people want to be forgiven. International Standard Version Fools make fun of guilt, but among the upright there are good intentions. Majority Standard Bible Fools mock the making of amends, but goodwill is found among the upright. NET Bible Fools mock at reparation, but among the upright there is favor. New Heart English Bible Fools mock at making atonement for sins, but among the upright there is good will. Webster's Bible Translation Fools make a mock at sin: but among the righteous there is favor. World English Bible Fools mock at making atonement for sins, but among the upright there is good will. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionFools mock at a guilt-offering, "" And among the upright—a pleasing thing. Young's Literal Translation Fools mock at a guilt-offering, And among the upright -- a pleasing thing. Smith's Literal Translation The foolish will mock at guilt: and between the upright acceptance. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleA fool will laugh at sin, but among the just grace shall abide. Catholic Public Domain Version The foolish will speak mockingly of sin. But grace lingers among the just. New American Bible The wicked scorn a guilt offering, but the upright find acceptance. New Revised Standard Version Fools mock at the guilt offering, but the upright enjoy God’s favor. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTruly the households of the wicked need purifying; but the households of the righteous are acceptable. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The households of the evil are rightly begging for cleansing, and the households of the righteous are acceptable. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Amends pleadeth for fools; But among the upright there is good will. Brenton Septuagint Translation The houses of transgressors will need purification; but the houses of the just are acceptable. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Wise Woman…8The wisdom of the prudent is to discern his way, but the folly of fools deceives them. 9Fools mock the making of amends, but goodwill is found among the upright. 10The heart knows its own bitterness, and no stranger shares in its joy.… Cross References Psalm 1:1 Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, or set foot on the path of sinners, or sit in the seat of mockers. James 1:5 Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. 1 Corinthians 1:18 For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. Psalm 14:1 For the choirmaster. Of David. The fool says in his heart, “There is no God.” They are corrupt; their acts are vile. There is no one who does good. 1 Corinthians 3:19 For the wisdom of this world is foolishness in God’s sight. As it is written: “He catches the wise in their craftiness.” Romans 1:22 Although they claimed to be wise, they became fools, Psalm 53:1 For the choirmaster. According to Mahalath. A Maskil of David. The fool says in his heart, “There is no God.” They are corrupt; their ways are vile. There is no one who does good. Ephesians 5:15-16 Pay careful attention, then, to how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, / redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Ecclesiastes 10:2-3 A wise man’s heart inclines to the right, but the heart of a fool to the left. / Even as the fool walks along the road, his sense is lacking, and he shows everyone that he is a fool. Matthew 5:22 But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to his brother, ‘Raca,’ will be subject to the Sanhedrin. But anyone who says, ‘You fool!’ will be subject to the fire of hell. Isaiah 32:6 For a fool speaks foolishness; his mind plots iniquity. He practices ungodliness and speaks falsely about the LORD; he leaves the hungry empty and deprives the thirsty of drink. Luke 12:20 But God said to him, ‘You fool! This very night your life will be required of you. Then who will own what you have accumulated?’ Job 12:4 I am a laughingstock to my friends, though I called on God, and He answered. The righteous and upright man is a laughingstock. 2 Timothy 3:13 while evil men and imposters go from bad to worse, deceiving and being deceived. Psalm 107:17 Fools, in their rebellious ways, and through their iniquities, suffered affliction. Treasury of Scripture Fools make a mock at sin: but among the righteous there is favor. fools Proverbs 1:22 How long, ye simple ones, will ye love simplicity? and the scorners delight in their scorning, and fools hate knowledge? Proverbs 10:23 It is as sport to a fool to do mischief: but a man of understanding hath wisdom. Proverbs 26:18,19 As a mad man who casteth firebrands, arrows, and death, … among Proverbs 3:4 So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man. Proverbs 8:35 For whoso findeth me findeth life, and shall obtain favour of the LORD. Proverbs 12:2 A good man obtaineth favour of the LORD: but a man of wicked devices will he condemn. Jump to Previous Amends Atonement Authority Enjoy Error Favor Favour Fools Found Good Goodwill Hating House Making Mock Mocketh Pleadeth Pleasing Righteous Scorns Sin Sins Tents Trespass-Offering Upright WickedJump to Next Amends Atonement Authority Enjoy Error Favor Favour Fools Found Good Goodwill Hating House Making Mock Mocketh Pleadeth Pleasing Righteous Scorns Sin Sins Tents Trespass-Offering Upright WickedProverbs 14 1. A wise woman builds her houseFools mock the making of amends This phrase highlights the attitude of fools towards reconciliation and repentance. In biblical context, a fool is often someone who rejects wisdom and instruction (Proverbs 1:7). The act of making amends involves acknowledging wrongdoing and seeking to restore relationships, which is a principle deeply rooted in the teachings of the Old Testament, such as in Leviticus 6:1-7, where restitution is required for wrongs committed. The mockery by fools can be seen as a rejection of the humility and responsibility that making amends requires. This attitude contrasts with the teachings of Jesus, who emphasized forgiveness and reconciliation (Matthew 5:23-24). The cultural context of ancient Israel placed a high value on community and relationships, making the refusal to make amends particularly damaging. but goodwill is found among the upright Persons / Places / Events 1. FoolsIn the context of Proverbs, "fools" are those who reject wisdom and instruction, often characterized by their lack of moral and spiritual insight. 2. The Upright These are individuals who live in accordance with God's wisdom and righteousness, demonstrating integrity and moral character. 3. Making of Amends This refers to the act of seeking reconciliation and forgiveness, an important aspect of maintaining relationships and community harmony. Teaching Points The Nature of FoolishnessFools are characterized by their disdain for reconciliation and their inability to value the importance of making amends. This reflects a deeper spiritual blindness and pride. The Value of Goodwill Goodwill among the upright is a testament to their character and their relationship with God. It is a reflection of their commitment to peace and righteousness. The Importance of Reconciliation Making amends is not just a social nicety but a spiritual necessity. It is a demonstration of humility and obedience to God's command to love others. Living with Integrity The upright are called to live with integrity, which includes being proactive in seeking forgiveness and reconciliation. This integrity is a witness to others of God's transformative power. Practical Steps for Making Amends Identify areas where reconciliation is needed, approach the situation with humility, and seek to restore relationships through honest communication and forgiveness.(9) Fools make a mock at sin.--Rather, perhaps, sin mocks fools (they miss the gratification they expected from it); or, the sin-offering mocks them. God does not accept it, and so they have the trouble and cost of offering it for nothing; "but among the upright there is favour." God is well pleased with them.Verse 9. - Fools make a mock at sin. So the Vulgate (comp. Proverbs 10:23). Fools, wicked men, commit sin lightly and cheerfully, give specious names to grievous transgressions, pass over rebuke with a joke, encourage others in crime by their easy way of viewing it. But in the original the verb is in the singular number, while the noun is plural, and the clause could be translated as in the Authorized Version only with the notion that the number of the verb is altered in order to individualize the application of the maxim ('Speaker's Commentary'). But there is no necessity for such a violent anomaly. The subject is doubtless the word rendered "sin" (asham) which means both "sin" and "sin offering." So we may render, "Sin mocks fools," i.e. deceives and disappoints them of the enjoyment which they expected. Or better, as most in harmony with the following member, "The sin offering of fools mocks them" (Proverbs 15:8). Thus Aquila and Theodotion, ἄφρονας χλευάζει πλημμέλεια, where πλημμέλεια may signify "sin offering" (Ecclus. 7:31). It is vain for such to seek to win God's favour by ceremonial observances; offerings from them are useless expenditure of cost and trouble (Proverbs 21:27). The Son of Sirach has well expressed this truth: "He that sacrificeth of a thing unlawfully gotten, his offering is mockery (μεμωκημένη), and the mockeries of unjust men are not well pleasing. The Most High is not pleased with the offerings of the godless, neither is he propitiated for sin by the multitude of sacrifices" (Ecclus. 31:18, 19). It is always the disposition of the heart that conditions the acceptableness of worship. Among the righteous there is favour - the favour and good will of God, which are bestowed upon them because their heart is right. The word ratson might equally refer to the good will of man, which the righteous gain by their kindness to sinners and ready sympathy; but in that case the antithesis would be less marked. Septuagint, "The houses of transgressors owe purification (ὀφειλήσουσι καθαρισμόν); but the houses of the just are aceeptable." This is explained to signify that sinners refuse to offer the sacrifice which they need for their legal purification; but the righteous, while they have no necessity for a sin offering, are acceptable when they present their free will vows and thanksgivings. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Foolsאֱ֭וִלִים (’ĕ·wi·lîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 191: Foolish mock יָלִ֣יץ (yā·lîṣ) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3887: Ambassador, have in derision, interpreter, make a mock, mocker the making of amends, אָשָׁ֑ם (’ā·šām) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 817: Guilt, a fault, a sin-offering but goodwill is found רָצֽוֹן׃ (rā·ṣō·wn) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7522: Goodwill, favor, acceptance, will among וּבֵ֖ין (ū·ḇên) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 996: An interval, space between the upright. יְשָׁרִ֣ים (yə·šā·rîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 3477: Straight, right Links Proverbs 14:9 NIVProverbs 14:9 NLT Proverbs 14:9 ESV Proverbs 14:9 NASB Proverbs 14:9 KJV Proverbs 14:9 BibleApps.com Proverbs 14:9 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 14:9 Chinese Bible Proverbs 14:9 French Bible Proverbs 14:9 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 14:9 Fools mock at making atonement for sins (Prov. Pro Pr) |
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