Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version These also are sayings of the wise: To show partiality in judging is not good: New Living Translation Here are some further sayings of the wise: It is wrong to show favoritism when passing judgment. English Standard Version These also are sayings of the wise. Partiality in judging is not good. Berean Standard Bible These also are sayings of the wise: To show partiality in judgment is not good. King James Bible These things also belong to the wise. It is not good to have respect of persons in judgment. New King James Version These things also belong to the wise: It is not good to show partiality in judgment. New American Standard Bible These also are sayings of the wise: To show partiality in judgment is not good. NASB 1995 These also are sayings of the wise. To show partiality in judgment is not good. NASB 1977 These also are sayings of the wise. To show partiality in judgment is not good. Legacy Standard Bible These also are sayings of the wise. To show partiality in judgment is not good. Amplified Bible These also are sayings of the wise: To show partiality in judgment is not good. Christian Standard Bible These sayings also belong to the wise: It is not good to show partiality in judgment. Holman Christian Standard Bible These sayings also belong to the wise: It is not good to show partiality in judgment. American Standard Version These also are sayings of the wise. To have respect of persons in judgment is not good. Contemporary English Version Here are some more sayings that make good sense: When you judge, you must be fair. English Revised Version These also are sayings of the wise. To have respect of persons in judgment is not good. GOD'S WORD® Translation These also are the sayings of wise people: Showing partiality as a judge is not good. Good News Translation The wise have also said these things: It is wrong for judges to be prejudiced. International Standard Version Here are some more proverbs from wise people: It isn't good to show partiality in judgment. Majority Standard Bible These also are sayings of the wise: To show partiality in judgment is not good. NET Bible These sayings also are from the wise: To show partiality in judgment is terrible: New Heart English Bible These also are sayings of the wise. To show partiality in judgment is not good. Webster's Bible Translation These things also belong to the wise. It is not good to have respect of persons in judgment. World English Bible These also are sayings of the wise: To show partiality in judgment is not good. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThese are also for the wise: [It] is not good to discern faces in judgment. Young's Literal Translation These also are for the wise: -- To discern faces in judgment is not good. Smith's Literal Translation Also these to the wise. To look upon the face in judgment is not good. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThese things also to the wise: It is not good to have respect to persons in judgment. Catholic Public Domain Version Likewise, these things are for the wise. It is not good to base judgment on knowledge of character. New American Bible These also are Words of the Wise: To show partiality in judgment is not good. New Revised Standard Version These also are sayings of the wise: Partiality in judging is not good. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThese things I say to the wise: It is not good to show partiality in judgment, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated I say these things to the wise; to accept persons in judgment is not good OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917These also are sayings of the wise. To have respect of persons in judgment is not good. Brenton Septuagint Translation And this thing I say to you that are wise for you to learn: It is not good to have respect of persons in judgment. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Further Sayings of the Wise23These also are sayings of the wise: To show partiality in judgment is not good. 24Whoever tells the guilty, “You are innocent”—peoples will curse him, and nations will denounce him;… Cross References James 2:1-9 My brothers, as you hold out your faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ, do not show favoritism. / Suppose a man comes into your meeting wearing a gold ring and fine clothes, and a poor man in shabby clothes also comes in. / If you lavish attention on the man in fine clothes and say, “Here is a seat of honor,” but say to the poor man, “You must stand” or “Sit at my feet,” ... Deuteronomy 1:17 Show no partiality in judging; hear both small and great alike. Do not be intimidated by anyone, for judgment belongs to God. And bring to me any case too difficult for you, and I will hear it.” Leviticus 19:15 You must not pervert justice; you must not show partiality to the poor or favoritism to the rich; you are to judge your neighbor fairly. James 3:17 But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere. 1 Timothy 5:21 I solemnly charge you before God and Christ Jesus and the elect angels to maintain these principles without bias, and to do nothing out of partiality. Exodus 23:2-3 You shall not follow the crowd in wrongdoing. When you testify in a lawsuit, do not pervert justice by siding with the crowd. / And do not show favoritism to a poor man in his lawsuit. Romans 2:11 For God does not show favoritism. Deuteronomy 16:19 Do not deny justice or show partiality. Do not accept a bribe, for a bribe blinds the eyes of the wise and twists the words of the righteous. Acts 10:34-35 Then Peter began to speak: “I now truly understand that God does not show favoritism, / but welcomes those from every nation who fear Him and do what is right. Colossians 3:25 Whoever does wrong will be repaid for his wrong, and there is no favoritism. 2 Chronicles 19:7 And now, may the fear of the LORD be upon you. Be careful what you do, for with the LORD our God there is no injustice or partiality or bribery.” Matthew 22:16 They sent their disciples to Him along with the Herodians. “Teacher,” they said, “we know that You are honest and that You teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. You seek favor from no one, because You pay no attention to external appearance. Job 34:19 who is not partial to princes and does not favor rich over poor? For they are all the work of His hands. Ephesians 6:9 And masters, do the same for your slaves. Give up your use of threats, because you know that He who is both their Master and yours is in heaven, and there is no favoritism with Him. Malachi 2:9 “So I in turn have made you despised and humiliated before all the people, because you have not kept My ways, but have shown partiality in matters of the law.” Treasury of Scripture These things also belong to the wise. It is not good to have respect of persons in judgment. things Psalm 107:43 Whoso is wise, and will observe these things, even they shall understand the lovingkindness of the LORD. Ecclesiastes 8:1-5 Who is as the wise man? and who knoweth the interpretation of a thing? a man's wisdom maketh his face to shine, and the boldness of his face shall be changed… Hosea 14:9 Who is wise, and he shall understand these things? prudent, and he shall know them? for the ways of the LORD are right, and the just shall walk in them: but the transgressors shall fall therein. it Proverbs 18:5 It is not good to accept the person of the wicked, to overthrow the righteous in judgment. Proverbs 28:21 To have respect of persons is not good: for for a piece of bread that man will transgress. Leviticus 19:15 Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment: thou shalt not respect the person of the poor, nor honour the person of the mighty: but in righteousness shalt thou judge thy neighbour. Jump to Previous Belong Discern Faces Good Judging Judgment Partiality Persons Person's Position Respect Sayings Show WiseJump to Next Belong Discern Faces Good Judging Judgment Partiality Persons Person's Position Respect Sayings Show WiseProverbs 24 1. Precepts and WarningsThese also are sayings of the wise: This phrase introduces a new section within the collection of Proverbs, indicating a continuation of wisdom literature. The "sayings of the wise" suggest teachings that are not only practical but divinely inspired, aligning with the wisdom tradition in Israel. This tradition is rooted in the fear of the Lord as the beginning of wisdom (Proverbs 9:10). The phrase implies a collection of teachings that may have been gathered from various wise individuals, possibly including those outside of Israel, reflecting a broader understanding of wisdom that transcends cultural boundaries. To show partiality in judgment: is not good: Persons / Places / Events 1. The WiseThis refers to the sages or wise men who contributed to the collection of Proverbs. They are individuals who possess wisdom, often seen as those who fear the Lord and live according to His principles. 2. Judges/Leaders While not explicitly mentioned, the context implies those in positions of authority who are responsible for making judgments and decisions. 3. Israel The cultural and historical backdrop of Proverbs is ancient Israel, where justice and fairness were central to societal and religious life. Teaching Points The Call for ImpartialityGod’s justice is impartial, and as His followers, we are called to reflect His character by being fair and unbiased in our judgments and interactions. The Danger of Partiality Showing favoritism can lead to injustice and corruption, undermining trust and integrity within communities and relationships. Wisdom in Leadership Leaders and those in authority must seek wisdom from God to judge rightly, ensuring that their decisions are based on truth and righteousness rather than personal gain or bias. Reflecting God’s Character As Christians, we are called to be ambassadors of Christ, which includes upholding His standards of justice and fairness in all areas of life.6.SECOND APPENDIX TO "THE PROVERBS OF SOLOMON," CONTAINING PROVERBS OF VARIOUS LENGTHS, RESEMBLING Proverbs 1:7--9:18, AND THE BOOK OF ECCLESIASTES (Proverbs 24:23-34). (23) These things also belong to the wise--i.e., have the wise for their authors. (Comp. Proverbs 1:6; Proverbs 22:17.) Verses 23-34. - Part V. A SECOND COLLECTION, forming a second supplement to the first Solomonic book, and containing further "words of the wise." Verses 23-25. - Partiality and impartiality a hexastich. Verse 23. - These things also belong to the wise; are the sayings of wise men. The following proverbs, as well as the preceding, are derived from wise men. Mistaking this superscription, the LXX. makes it a personal address: "This I say to you who are wise, so that ye may learn." The first line is not a proverb, but the introduction to the ensuing collection. It is not good to have respect of persons in judgment (see Proverbs 18:5, and note there; and Proverbs 28:21, where the expression is the same as here). To regard one person before another is to be partial and unjust. To say this error is "not good" is a meiosis, the meaning being that it is very evil and sinful (comp. Proverbs 20:23). The statement is developed and confirmed in the next two verses, which show the results of partiality and its opposite.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Theseאֵ֥לֶּה (’êl·leh) Pronoun - common plural Strong's 428: These, those also גַּם־ (gam-) Conjunction Strong's 1571: Assemblage, also, even, yea, though, both, and are sayings of the wise: לַֽחֲכָמִ֑ים (la·ḥă·ḵā·mîm) Preposition-l, Article | Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 2450: Wise To show partiality הַֽכֵּר־ (hak·kêr-) Verb - Hifil - Infinitive absolute Strong's 5234: To regard, recognize in judgment בְּמִשְׁפָּ֣ט (bə·miš·pāṭ) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style is not בַּל־ (bal-) Adverb Strong's 1077: A failure, nothing, not at all, lest good. טֽוֹב׃ (ṭō·wḇ) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2896: Pleasant, agreeable, good Links Proverbs 24:23 NIVProverbs 24:23 NLT Proverbs 24:23 ESV Proverbs 24:23 NASB Proverbs 24:23 KJV Proverbs 24:23 BibleApps.com Proverbs 24:23 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 24:23 Chinese Bible Proverbs 24:23 French Bible Proverbs 24:23 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 24:23 These also are sayings of the wise (Prov. 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