Proverbs 29:3

3 A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

Proverbs 29:3 in Other Translations

KJV
3 Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father: but he that keepeth company with harlots spendeth his substance.
ESV
3 He who loves wisdom makes his father glad, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.
NLT
3 The man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but if he hangs around with prostitutes, his wealth is wasted.
MSG
3 If you love wisdom, you'll delight your parents, but you'll destroy their trust if you run with whores.
CSB
3 A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but one who consorts with prostitutes destroys his wealth.

Proverbs 29:3 In-Context

1 Whoever remains stiff-necked after many rebukes will suddenly be destroyed—without remedy.
2 When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice; when the wicked rule, the people groan.
3 A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.
4 By justice a king gives a country stability, but those who are greedy for bribes tear it down.
5 Those who flatter their neighbors are spreading nets for their feet.

Cross References 2

  • 1. S Proverbs 10:1; S Proverbs 23:15-16
  • 2. Proverbs 5:8-10; Luke 15:11-32
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