Proverbs 1:30
Proverbs 1:30 in Multiple Translations
They accepted none of my counsel; they despised all my reproof.
They would none of my counsel: they despised all my reproof.
They would none of my counsel, They despised all my reproof.
They had no desire for my teaching, and my words of protest were as nothing to them.
They're not willing to accept my advice; they despise all my warnings.
They would none of my counsell, but despised all my correction.
They have not consented to my counsel, They have despised all my reproof,
They wanted none of my counsel. They despised all my reproof.
They rejected my counsel: they despised all my reproof.
Nor consented to my counsel, but despised all my reproof.
They would not accept my advice, and they did not pay attention when I tried to correct them.
Berean Amplified Bible — Proverbs 1:30
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Proverbs 1:30 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לֹא
אָב֥וּ
לַ/עֲצָתִ֑/י
נָ֝אֲצ֗וּ
כָּל
תּוֹכַחְתִּֽ/י
לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
אָב֥וּ
ʼâbâh
H14
be willing
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
לַ/עֲצָתִ֑/י
ʻêtsâh
H6098
counsel
Prep | N-fs | Suff
נָ֝אֲצ֗וּ
nâʼats
H5006
to spurn
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
תּוֹכַחְתִּֽ/י
tôwkêchâh
H8433
rebuke
N-fs | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Proverbs 1:30
לֹא
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
אָב֥וּ
ʼâbâh
H14
"be willing"
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
To be willing or consent is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which involves being acquiescent or accepting. It is used in various contexts, including being willing to obey or follow.
Definition: 1) to be willing, consent 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be willing 1a2) to consent, yield to, accept 1a3) to desire
Usage: Occurs in 52 OT verses. KJV: consent, rest content will, be willing. See also: Genesis 24:5; 2 Samuel 14:29; Psalms 81:12.
לַ/עֲצָתִ֑/י
ʻêtsâh
H6098
"counsel"
Prep | N-fs | Suff
This Hebrew word means counsel or advice, implying a plan or purpose. It is used in the Bible when describing wise decision-making.
Definition: counsel, advice, purpose
Usage: Occurs in 85 OT verses. KJV: advice, advisement, counsel(l-(or)), purpose. See also: Deuteronomy 32:28; Psalms 107:11; Psalms 1:1.
נָ֝אֲצ֗וּ
nâʼats
H5006
"to spurn"
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
To spurn or scorn means to show contempt or hatred, often used in the Bible to describe rejection of God or his people. This word appears in Proverbs and Psalms, warning against despising others. It can also mean to provoke or blaspheme.
Definition: 1) to spurn, contemn, despise, abhor 1a) (Qal) to spurn, contemn 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to spurn 1b2) to cause to contemn 1c) (Hiphil) to spurn 1d) (Hithpolel) to be contemned
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: abhor, (give occasion to) blaspheme, contemn, despise, flourish, [idiom] great, provoke. See also: Numbers 14:11; Proverbs 1:30; Psalms 10:3.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
תּוֹכַחְתִּֽ/י
tôwkêchâh
H8433
"rebuke"
N-fs | Suff
This Hebrew word means argument, correction, or reproof, often referring to a verbal rebuke or chastisement. It involves reasoning or proof to make a point or correct someone.
Definition: rebuke, correction, punishment, chastisement
Usage: Occurs in 28 OT verses. KJV: argument, [idiom] chastened, correction, reasoning, rebuke, reproof, [idiom] be (often) reproved. See also: 2 Kings 19:3; Proverbs 12:1; Psalms 38:15.
Study Notes — Proverbs 1:30
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- Context
- Cross References
- Proverbs 1:30 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 1:30
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 1:30
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 1:30
- Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 1:30
- Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 1:30
- Sermons on Proverbs 1:30
Context — Wisdom Calls Aloud
28Then they will call on me, but I will not answer; they will earnestly seek me, but will not find me.
29For they hated knowledge and chose not to fear the LORD.
30They accepted none of my counsel; they despised all my reproof.
31So they will eat the fruit of their own way, and be filled with their own devices. 32For the waywardness of the simple will slay them, and the complacency of fools will destroy them.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 81:11 | But My people would not listen to Me, and Israel would not obey Me. |
| 2 | Proverbs 1:25 | because you neglected all my counsel, and wanted none of my correction, |
| 3 | Luke 14:18–20 | But one after another they all began to make excuses. The first one said, ‘I have bought a field, and I need to go see it. Please excuse me.’ Another said, ‘I have bought five yoke of oxen, and I am going to try them out. Please excuse me.’ Still another said, ‘I have married a wife, so I cannot come.’ |
| 4 | Psalms 119:173 | May Your hand be ready to help me, for I have chosen Your precepts. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 8:9 | The wise will be put to shame; they will be dismayed and trapped. Since they have rejected the word of the LORD, what wisdom do they really have? |
| 6 | Psalms 119:111 | Your testimonies are my heritage forever, for they are the joy of my heart. |
Proverbs 1:30 Summary
[This verse means that some people have chosen to ignore and reject God's guidance and correction, which is a result of hating knowledge and not fearing the Lord, as stated in Proverbs 1:29. When we reject God's counsel, we are essentially saying that we know better than Him, which is a dangerous and prideful attitude, as seen in Proverbs 16:18. However, God's correction and guidance are essential for our spiritual growth, as seen in Hebrews 12:5-11, and help us to become more like Jesus, as stated in 2 Corinthians 3:18. By accepting God's counsel and reproof, we can avoid the consequences of rejecting Him and live a life that is pleasing to Him, as seen in Proverbs 1:33 and Psalm 128:1.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to despise God's reproof?
To despise God's reproof means to reject or show contempt for His correction or warning, as seen in Proverbs 1:30, which is a result of hating knowledge and not fearing the Lord, as stated in Proverbs 1:29, and is similar to the attitude of those who reject God's wisdom in Proverbs 1:7.
Why does God say they accepted none of His counsel?
God says they accepted none of His counsel because they had chosen to ignore and reject His guidance, as mentioned in Proverbs 1:25, where it says God called out to them but they refused to listen, and as a result, they will face the consequences of their actions, as seen in Proverbs 1:31.
Is this verse talking about believers or unbelievers?
This verse is primarily addressing those who have rejected God's wisdom and counsel, as seen in Proverbs 1:29, which says they hated knowledge and chose not to fear the Lord, indicating that they are unbelievers or those who are living in rebellion against God, similar to those described in Psalm 14:1 and Romans 1:28-32.
What is the significance of God's reproof in our lives?
God's reproof is a vital part of our spiritual growth, as it corrects and guides us, as seen in Hebrews 12:5-11, where it says God disciplines those He loves, and in Proverbs 3:11-12, where it says God's discipline is a sign of His love and care for us, and helps us to become more like Jesus, as stated in 2 Corinthians 3:18.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I may be despising God's reproof or rejecting His counsel, and how can I surrender those areas to Him?
- How can I cultivate a heart that is receptive to God's correction and guidance, and what are some practical steps I can take to seek His wisdom, as seen in James 1:5-8?
- What are the potential consequences of rejecting God's counsel, as seen in this verse and others, such as Proverbs 1:31 and Psalm 81:11-12, and how can I avoid those consequences by seeking God's wisdom?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my acceptance of God's counsel and reproof in my daily life, such as through obedience to His commands, as seen in John 14:15, and a willingness to learn from my mistakes, as seen in Psalm 119:71?
- How can I balance the idea of God's reproof with the concept of God's love and grace, as seen in Hebrews 12:5-11 and Romans 8:1, and what are some key scriptures that help me understand this balance?
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 1:30
They would none of my counsel,.... Neither his doctrines nor his ordinances; nor would they attend to the wholesome counsel and advice he gave them in his sermons upon the mount, and in other
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 1:30
They would none of my counsel: they despised all my reproof. They would none of my counsel; they despised all my reproof - (Proverbs 1:25.) "Despised," rejected with reviling and cursing.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 1:30
They would none of my counsel; they refused to be guided by my counsels or precepts.
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 1:30
Proverbs 1:30 They would none of my counsel: they despised all my reproof.Ver. 30. They would none of my counsel.] These are condemned and menaced, as well as those that despised or execrated God’ s reproof. So also in the precedent verse, not only they that "hated knowledge," but that "did not choose the fear of the Lord." They despised all my reproof.] Heb., They execrated, blasphemed it.
Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 1:30
30. Would — Used here, as in Proverbs 1:25, as a principal verb, the preterite of will. They willed, determined, not to have my counsel.
Sermons on Proverbs 1:30
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Crusading On--Our Responsibility by Beryl Amos | The preacher delves into the meaning of 'mukterizo,' which signifies mocking, deriding, and treating with contempt. The concept of sowing and reaping is emphasized, highlighting th |
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Revival - Part 3 by J.I. Packer | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on Zechariah chapter four and verse one, which describes a vision of a solid gold lampstand with seven lights and two olive trees. The speaker e |
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Times Up! by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of time running out and the impending judgment of God. He uses the analogy of a time limit during exams to illustrate the idea tha |
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A Class of Sinners Excluded From Mercy. by Edward Payson | Edward Payson preaches about the warning in Isaiah 27:11, emphasizing the error of assuming God's mercy without repentance, highlighting the consequences of neglecting spiritual un |
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When the Veil Is Taken Off by Anne Dutton | Anne Dutton preaches on the petition 'And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil' from Matthew 6:13. She explains the meaning of temptation in various forms - from G |
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The Knowledge of Jesus Christ the Best Knowledge. (1 Cor. 2:2) by George Whitefield | The preacher delves into the meaning of 'boule' in the Bible, emphasizing that it signifies a decision or plan resulting from inner deliberation, often reflecting God's heart of in |
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The Wedding Banquet - 2 by Jackie Pullinger | In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about a group of people who decided to feed the poor on a rubbish dump at Christmas. They estimated the number of people they would feed, |