Proverbs 14:11
Proverbs 14:11 in Multiple Translations
The house of the wicked will be destroyed, but the tent of the upright will flourish.
The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish.
The house of the wicked shall be overthrown; But the tent of the upright shall flourish.
The house of the sinner will be overturned, but the tent of the upright man will do well.
The house of wicked people will be destroyed, but the tent of good people will prosper.
The house of the wicked shalbe destroyed: but the tabernacle of the righteous shall florish.
The house of the wicked is destroyed, And the tent of the upright flourisheth.
The house of the wicked will be overthrown, but the tent of the upright will flourish.
The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish.
The house of the wicked shall be destroyed: but the tabernacles of the just shall flourish.
Houses built by wicked people will be destroyed, but houses built by good/righteous people will last for a long time.
Berean Amplified Bible — Proverbs 14:11
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Proverbs 14:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בֵּ֣ית
רְ֭שָׁעִים
יִשָּׁמֵ֑ד
וְ/אֹ֖הֶל
יְשָׁרִ֣ים
יַפְרִֽיחַ
בֵּ֣ית
bayith
H1004
place
N-ms
רְ֭שָׁעִים
râshâʻ
H7563
wicked
Adj
יִשָּׁמֵ֑ד
shâmad
H8045
to destroy
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
וְ/אֹ֖הֶל
ʼôhel
H168
tent
Conj | N-ms
יְשָׁרִ֣ים
yâshâr
H3477
Jashar
Adj
יַפְרִֽיחַ
pârach
H6524
to sprout
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Proverbs 14:11
בֵּ֣ית
bayith
H1004
"place"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
רְ֭שָׁעִים
râshâʻ
H7563
"wicked"
Adj
This word describes someone who is morally wrong, a bad person who is guilty of crime or sin against God or others. It is used to describe the wicked in biblical stories, such as in the book of Genesis.
Definition: 1) wicked, criminal 1a) guilty one, one guilty of crime (subst) 1b) wicked (hostile to God) 1c) wicked, guilty of sin (against God or man)
Usage: Occurs in 248 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] condemned, guilty, ungodly, wicked (man), that did wrong. See also: Genesis 18:23; Psalms 101:8; Psalms 1:1.
יִשָּׁמֵ֑ד
shâmad
H8045
"to destroy"
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
The Hebrew word shâmad means to destroy or desolate something, used to describe annihilation or devastation. It is used in the Bible to describe the destruction of cities or nations, such as in the book of Isaiah.
Definition: 1) to destroy, exterminate, be destroyed, be exterminated 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be annihilated, be exterminated 1a2) to be destroyed, be devastated 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to annihilate, exterminate 1b2) to destroy Aramaic equivalent: she.mad (שְׁמַד "to destroy" H8046)
Usage: Occurs in 86 OT verses. KJV: destory(-uction), bring to nought, overthrow, perish, pluck down, [idiom] utterly. See also: Genesis 34:30; 2 Samuel 22:38; Psalms 37:38.
וְ/אֹ֖הֶל
ʼôhel
H168
"tent"
Conj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for a tent, often used to describe the tabernacle or a nomad's home. In Exodus 33:7-11, it refers to the sacred tent where God meets with Moses.
Definition: : tent 1) tent 1a) nomad's tent, and thus symbolic of wilderness life, transience 1b) dwelling, home, habitation 1c) the sacred tent of Jehovah (the tabernacle) Also means: o.hel (אֹ֫הֶל ": home" H0168H)
Usage: Occurs in 314 OT verses. KJV: covering, (dwelling) (place), home, tabernacle, tent. See also: Genesis 4:20; Leviticus 14:23; Joshua 22:4.
יְשָׁרִ֣ים
yâshâr
H3477
"Jashar"
Adj
Jashar refers to being straight or just, like doing what is convenient and right. A man named Jashar lived before Israel's monarchy, as mentioned in Joshua 10:13. He wrote a book of poetry and songs, now lost.
Definition: A man living before Israel's Monarchy, first mentioned at Jos.10.13
Usage: Occurs in 119 OT verses. KJV: convenient, equity, Jasher, just, meet(-est), [phrase] pleased well right(-eous), straight, (most) upright(-ly, -ness). See also: Exodus 15:26; Psalms 32:11; Psalms 7:11.
יַפְרִֽיחַ
pârach
H6524
"to sprout"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms
This verb means to fly or bloom, describing something that spreads out or flourishes. It can also mean to break forth like a bud or to grow abundantly. It's used to picture flourishing or spreading out.
Definition: 1) to bud, sprout, shoot, bloom 1a) (Qal) to bud, sprout, send out shoots, blossom 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to bud or sprout 1b2) to show buds or sprouts
Usage: Occurs in 33 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] abroad, [idiom] abundantly, blossom, break forth (out), bud, flourish, make fly, grow, spread, spring (up). See also: Genesis 40:10; Psalms 92:14; Psalms 72:7.
Study Notes — Proverbs 14:11
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- Context
- Cross References
- Proverbs 14:11 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 14:11
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 14:11
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 14:11
- Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 14:11
- Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 14:11
- Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 14:11
- Sermons on Proverbs 14:11
Context — The Wise Woman
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.
11The house of the wicked will be destroyed, but the tent of the upright will flourish.
12There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death. 13Even in laughter the heart may ache, and joy may end in sorrow.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 3:33 | The curse of the LORD is on the house of the wicked, but He blesses the home of the righteous. |
| 2 | Proverbs 12:7 | The wicked are overthrown and perish, but the house of the righteous will stand. |
| 3 | Matthew 7:26–27 | But everyone who hears these words of Mine and does not act on them is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. The rain fell, the torrents raged, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell—and great was its collapse!” |
| 4 | Job 21:28 | For you say, ‘Where now is the nobleman’s house, and where are the tents in which the wicked dwell?’ |
| 5 | Zechariah 5:4 | I will send it out, declares the LORD of Hosts, and it will enter the house of the thief and the house of him who swears falsely by My name. It will remain inside his house and destroy it, down to its timbers and stones.” |
| 6 | Proverbs 21:12 | The Righteous One considers the house of the wicked and brings the wicked to ruin. |
| 7 | Job 18:14–15 | He is torn from the shelter of his tent and is marched off to the king of terrors. Fire resides in his tent; burning sulfur rains down on his dwelling. |
| 8 | Job 8:15 | He leans on his web, but it gives way; he holds fast, but it does not endure. |
| 9 | Proverbs 11:28 | He who trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like foliage. |
| 10 | Isaiah 58:11–12 | The LORD will always guide you; He will satisfy you in a sun-scorched land and strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail. Your people will rebuild the ancient ruins; you will restore the age-old foundations; you will be called Repairer of the Breach, Restorer of the Streets of Dwelling. |
Proverbs 14:11 Summary
This verse is saying that people who live sinful lives will ultimately face destruction, while those who try to live good, upright lives will be blessed and flourish. This doesn't mean that bad things will never happen to the upright, but rather that God will ultimately bring good out of their struggles, as seen in Romans 8:28. It's like the difference between building a house on a strong foundation, like a rock, or on shifting sand, as Jesus teaches in Matthew 7:24-27. By living in obedience to God and trusting in His plan, we can ensure that our lives will flourish and be a blessing to others.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for the house of the wicked to be destroyed?
This means that the lives and plans of those who reject God and live in sin will ultimately come to ruin, as seen in Proverbs 10:25, where it says that the righteous will never be removed, but the wicked will not inhabit the land.
Why does the Bible contrast a house with a tent in this verse?
The contrast between a house and a tent may symbolize the difference between the perceived stability of the wicked and the humble, yet secure, lives of the upright, as seen in 2 Corinthians 5:1, where our earthly bodies are compared to tents.
How can we ensure that our 'tent' flourishes like the upright in this verse?
We can ensure our lives flourish by following God's commands and living in obedience to Him, as seen in Deuteronomy 28:1-2, where blessing is promised to those who obey God's voice and carefully follow His commands.
Is this verse saying that bad things will never happen to the upright?
No, this verse is not promising that the upright will never face difficulties, but rather that their lives will ultimately flourish and be blessed by God, as seen in Psalm 37:7, where we are told to rest in the Lord and wait patiently for Him.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I may be trying to build my 'house' on wicked or unstable foundations, and how can I change this?
- How can I cultivate a sense of humility and dependence on God, like one who lives in a tent, rather than a grand house?
- What are some areas of my life where I am trying to control or manipulate outcomes, rather than trusting in God's sovereignty and plan?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my commitment to living an upright life, and how will this impact my relationships and community?
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 14:11
The house of the wicked shall be overthrown,.... Houses built to perpetuate their names and eternize their memory; and which, though built high and stately, strong and firm, yet by one accident or
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 14:11
The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish. The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 14:11
The house; their dwelling and family. The tabernacle; which is a weak, and poor, and unstable thing, soon reared up, and soon taken down, and is here opposed to the large, and strong, and magnificent house of wicked men.
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 14:11
Proverbs 14:11 The house of the wicked shall be overthrown: but the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish.Ver. 11. The house of the wicked shall be overthrown.] As Phoca’ s high walls were, because sin was at the bottom: "Brimstone also shall be scattered on his habitation"; as it befell Dioclesian, whose house was wholly consumed with fire from heaven; wherewith himself also was so terrified, that he died within a while after. But the tabernacle of the upright shall flourish.] The wicked have "houses," and are called the "inhabitants of the earth." The upright have "tabernacles," or tents that were transportative and taken down at pleasure; here they "have no continuing city," no mansion place; and yet what they have shall flourish: "Our bed is green, the beams of our house are cedar, and our rafters of fir." See 2 Samuel 23:5. Euseb. de vit. Const., lib. v.
Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 14:11
(11) The house of the wicked shall be overthrown.—Observe the contrast between the “house” and “tabernacle” (tent); the slighter one shall stand, while the more strongly built one shall perish. (Comp. Proverbs 3:33.)
Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 14:11
11. Overthrown — Smitten, destroyed. Compare Proverbs 12:7. House…tabernacle — By metonymy for family, household.
Sermons on Proverbs 14:11
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The Family Altar by Raymond Golsworthy | Raymond Golsworthy preaches about the importance of establishing a daily 'family altar' through the practice of 'family prayers', emphasizing the Biblical authority and background |
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It Ends With Me! Breaking Bloodline Curses by Vlad Savchuk | Vlad Savchuk delivers a powerful message on breaking generational curses, emphasizing that many struggles stem from ancestral demons that are passed down through family lines. He p |
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Home Blessings by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the significance of a God-fearing household in his sermon 'Home Blessings,' illustrating that divine protection and blessings are bestowed upon homes led b |
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Moody 100th Anniversary 1986 the Wonder of Worship by Warren Wiersbe | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of wonder and celebration in worship. He highlights how we have lost our sense of wonder and take things for granted, includi |
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Two Types of Believers in the Last Days -Part 1 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of obedience to God in the face of deception. He highlights that knowledge alone will not help us stand in times of great dece |
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The Unshakable Life by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of living an unshakable life in a world that is becoming increasingly evil and dangerous. He shares the news of his son and daught |
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Things Unshakable - an Unshakable Home by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the importance of building an unshakable home based on the teachings of Jesus. He refers to the parable of the two builders in Matthew 7:24-2 |