Proverbs 22:10
Proverbs 22:10 in Multiple Translations
Drive out the mocker, and conflict will depart; even quarreling and insults will cease.
Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yea, strife and reproach shall cease.
Cast out the scoffer, and contention will go out; Yea, strife and ignominy will cease.
Send away the man of pride, and argument will go out; truly fighting and shame will come to an end.
Get rid of the scornful, and you'll get rid of conflict too—no more arguments or insults!
Cast out the scorner, and strife shall go out: so contention and reproche shall cease.
Cast out a scorner — and contention goeth out, And strife and shame cease.
Drive out the mocker, and strife will go out; yes, quarrels and insults will stop.
Cast out the scorner, and contention shall end; yes, strife and reproach shall cease.
Cast out the scoffer, and contention shall go out with him, and quarrels and reproaches shall cease.
If you get rid of those who make fun of everything that is good, there will no more arguing or quarreling or insulting other people.
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Proverbs 22:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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גָּ֣רֵֽשׁ
לֵ֭ץ
וְ/יֵצֵ֣א
מָד֑וֹן
וְ֝/יִשְׁבֹּ֗ת
דִּ֣ין
וְ/קָלֽוֹן
גָּ֣רֵֽשׁ
gârash
H1644
to drive out
V-Piel-Impv-2ms
לֵ֭ץ
lûwts
H3887
to mock
Adj
וְ/יֵצֵ֣א
yâtsâʼ
H3318
to come out
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
מָד֑וֹן
mâdôwn
H4066
strife
N-ms
וְ֝/יִשְׁבֹּ֗ת
shâbath
H7673
to cease
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
דִּ֣ין
dîyn
H1779
judgment
N-ms
וְ/קָלֽוֹן
qâlôwn
H7036
dishonor
Conj | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Proverbs 22:10
גָּ֣רֵֽשׁ
gârash
H1644
"to drive out"
V-Piel-Impv-2ms
This Hebrew word means to drive out or expel, often used in the context of divorce or being forced to leave a place, as seen in the story of Israel's exile. It can also mean to trouble or cast out. In the Bible, it appears in books like Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: : drive out 1) to drive out, expel, cast out, drive away, divorce, put away, thrust away, trouble, cast up 1a) (Qal) to thrust out, cast out 1b) (Niphal) to be driven away, be tossed 1c) (Piel) to drive out, drive away 1d) (Pual) to be thrust out Also means: ga.rash (גָּרַשׁ ": divorce" H1644H)
Usage: Occurs in 45 OT verses. KJV: cast up (out), divorced (woman), drive away (forth, out), expel, [idiom] surely put away, trouble, thrust out. See also: Genesis 3:24; Joshua 24:18; Psalms 34:1.
לֵ֭ץ
lûwts
H3887
"to mock"
Adj
This word means to mock or scorn someone, often by making fun of them or talking down to them. It can also refer to interpreting languages or acting as an ambassador. In some cases, it describes a person who is arrogant or boastful.
Definition: 1) to scorn, make mouths at, talk arrogantly 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to boast 1a2) to scorn 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to mock, deride 1b2) to interpret (language) 1b2a) interpreter (participle) 1b2b) ambassador (fig.) 1c) (Hithpalpel) to be inflated, scoff, act as a scorner, show oneself a mocker Also means: la.tsats (לָצַץ "to scorn" H3945)
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: ambassador, have in derision, interpreter, make a mock, mocker, scorn(-er, -ful), teacher. See also: Genesis 42:23; Proverbs 14:9; Psalms 1:1.
וְ/יֵצֵ֣א
yâtsâʼ
H3318
"to come out"
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to go out or come out, and it's used in many different ways, like leaving a place or starting a new journey, as seen in Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: : come/go_out/escape 1) to go out, come out, exit, go forth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come out or forth, depart 1a2) to go forth (to a place) 1a3) to go forward, proceed to (to or toward something) 1a4) to come or go forth (with purpose or for result) 1a5) to come out of 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to go or come out, bring out, lead out 1b2) to bring out of 1b3) to lead out 1b4) to deliver 1c) (Hophal) to be brought out or forth
Usage: Occurs in 991 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, appear, [idiom] assuredly, bear out, [idiom] begotten, break out, bring forth (out, up), carry out, come (abroad, out, thereat, without), [phrase] be condemned, depart(-ing, -ure), draw forth, in the end, escape, exact, fail, fall (out), fetch forth (out), get away (forth, hence, out), (able to, cause to, let) go abroad (forth, on, out), going out, grow, have forth (out), issue out, lay (lie) out, lead out, pluck out, proceed, pull out, put away, be risen, [idiom] scarce, send with commandment, shoot forth, spread, spring out, stand out, [idiom] still, [idiom] surely, take forth (out), at any time, [idiom] to (and fro), utter. See also: Genesis 1:12; Exodus 9:33; Leviticus 26:45.
מָד֑וֹן
mâdôwn
H4066
"strife"
N-ms
This word signifies strife or contention, describing a state of conflict or argument, as seen in KJV translations like brawling or discord. It is often used to describe disagreements or quarrels between people.
Definition: 1) strife, contention 1a) strife, contention 1b) object of contention
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: brawling, contention(-ous), discord, strife. Compare H4079 (מִדְיָן), H4090 (מְדָן). See also: Psalms 80:7; Proverbs 23:29; Proverbs 6:14.
וְ֝/יִשְׁבֹּ֗ת
shâbath
H7673
"to cease"
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
To keep the Sabbath means to rest and stop working, as commanded by God in the book of Exodus. This Hebrew word is used to describe the act of observing the Sabbath day, and is an important part of Jewish tradition and worship.
Definition: 1) to cease, desist, rest 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to cease 1a2) to rest, desist (from labour) 1b) (Niphal) to cease 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to cease, put an end to 1c2) to exterminate, destroy 1c3) to cause to desist from 1c4) to remove 1c5) to cause to fail
Usage: Occurs in 67 OT verses. KJV: (cause to, let, make to) cease, celebrate, cause (make) to fail, keep (sabbath), suffer to be lacking, leave, put away (down), (make to) rest, rid, still, take away. See also: Genesis 2:2; Isaiah 14:4; Psalms 8:3.
דִּ֣ין
dîyn
H1779
"judgment"
N-ms
Judgment or a legal suit is the meaning of this word, used to describe a cause, plea, or dispute in the Bible.
Definition: 1) judgment 1a) judgment 1b) cause, plea 1c) condemnation, judgment 1d) dispute, legal suit, strife 1e) government Aramaic equivalent: din (דִּין "judgment" H1780)
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: cause, judgement, plea, strife. See also: Deuteronomy 17:8; Proverbs 20:8; Psalms 9:5.
וְ/קָלֽוֹן
qâlôwn
H7036
"dishonor"
Conj | N-ms
This word refers to feelings of shame or dishonor, like when someone does something wrong. It is used in Proverbs to describe the shame of foolish behavior. The Bible teaches that God can restore honor to those who repent.
Definition: 1) shame, disgrace, dishonour, ignominy 1a) ignominy (of nation) 1b) dishonour, disgrace (personal)
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: confusion, dishonour, ignominy, reproach, shame. See also: Job 10:15; Proverbs 18:3; Psalms 83:17.
Study Notes — Proverbs 22:10
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- Context
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- Proverbs 22:10 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 22:10
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 22:10
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 22:10
- Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 22:10
- Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 22:10
- Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 22:10
- Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 22:10
- Sermons on Proverbs 22:10
Context — A Good Name
8He who sows injustice will reap disaster, and the rod of his fury will be destroyed.
9A generous man will be blessed, for he shares his bread with the poor.
10Drive out the mocker, and conflict will depart; even quarreling and insults will cease.
11He who loves a pure heart and gracious lips will have the king for a friend. 12The LORD’s eyes keep watch over knowledge, but He frustrates the words of the faithless.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 26:20–21 | Without wood, a fire goes out; without gossip, a conflict ceases. Like charcoal for embers and wood for fire, so is a quarrelsome man for kindling strife. |
| 2 | Genesis 21:9–10 | But Sarah saw that the son whom Hagar the Egyptian had borne to Abraham was mocking her son, and she said to Abraham, “Expel the slave woman and her son, for the slave woman’s son will never share in the inheritance with my son Isaac!” |
| 3 | 1 Corinthians 5:5–6 | hand this man over to Satan for the destruction of the flesh, so that his spirit may be saved on the Day of the Lord. Your boasting is not good. Do you not know that a little leaven works through the whole batch of dough? |
| 4 | 1 Corinthians 5:13 | God will judge those outside. “Expel the wicked man from among you.” |
| 5 | Proverbs 21:24 | Mocker is the name of the proud and arrogant man— of him who acts with excessive pride. |
| 6 | Psalms 101:5 | Whoever slanders his neighbor in secret, I will put to silence; the one with haughty eyes and a proud heart, I will not endure. |
| 7 | Nehemiah 4:1–3 | Now when Sanballat heard that we were rebuilding the wall, he was furious and filled with indignation. He ridiculed the Jews before his associates and the army of Samaria, saying, “What are these feeble Jews doing? Can they restore the wall by themselves? Will they offer sacrifices? Will they complete it in a day? Can they bring these burnt stones back to life from the mounds of rubble?” Then Tobiah the Ammonite, who was beside him, said, “If even a fox were to climb up on what they are building, it would break down their wall of stones!” |
| 8 | Nehemiah 13:28 | Even one of the sons of Jehoiada son of Eliashib the high priest had become a son-in-law to Sanballat the Horonite. Therefore I drove him away from me. |
| 9 | Proverbs 18:6 | A fool’s lips bring him strife, and his mouth invites a beating. |
| 10 | Matthew 18:17 | If he refuses to listen to them, tell it to the church. And if he refuses to listen even to the church, regard him as you would a pagan or a tax collector. |
Proverbs 22:10 Summary
This verse is saying that when we get rid of people who like to mock or make fun of others, we can have more peace and fewer arguments. It's like removing a weed from a garden, so the good plants can grow. When we surround ourselves with positive and supportive people, we can create a more loving and respectful community, as encouraged in John 13:35 and 1 Corinthians 13:1-3. By choosing to promote kindness and empathy, we can help to build each other up and create a more harmonious environment, with the help of Hebrews 10:24-25 and Romans 14:19.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a mocker in the context of Proverbs 22:10?
A mocker is someone who ridicules or scorns others, often with the intention of hurting or belittling them, as seen in Proverbs 1:22 and Proverbs 9:7-8.
How can driving out the mocker lead to conflict departing?
When we remove the influence of those who seek to cause strife and division, we create an environment where peaceful resolution and harmony can thrive, as encouraged in Matthew 5:9 and Romans 12:18.
What kind of quarreling and insults will cease according to Proverbs 22:10?
The verse suggests that the absence of a mocker will lead to a decrease in petty arguments and hurtful words, allowing for more constructive and respectful communication, as modeled in Ephesians 4:29-32 and Colossians 3:8-10.
Is Proverbs 22:10 suggesting that we should physically remove or isolate people who are mockers?
While the verse uses the phrase 'drive out the mocker', it is more likely encouraging us to remove the influence of mocking behavior from our lives, rather than physically removing individuals, as seen in 2 Timothy 2:24-26 and Titus 3:10-11.
Reflection Questions
- How do I respond when I encounter someone who is mocking or belittling others, and what can I do to promote a more positive and respectful atmosphere?
- In what ways can I personally contribute to creating an environment where conflict and quarreling are minimized, and how can I model this behavior for others?
- What are some common behaviors or attitudes that can lead to mocking or scorn, and how can I guard against these in my own life, with the help of Proverbs 15:1 and James 1:26?
- How can I balance the need to address and correct harmful behavior with the need to show love, kindness, and compassion to those who may be struggling or misguided, as taught in Galatians 6:1 and 1 Thessalonians 5:14-15?
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 22:10
Cast out the scorner,.... That makes a mock at sin, a jest at religion, and scoffs at all good men, and everything serious and spiritual; cast such an one out of all company and conversation; out of
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 22:10
Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yea, strife and reproach shall cease.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 22:10
Cast out of your society, avoid conversation with, the scorner; who neither fears God, nor reverences man, but scorns all admonitions, and minds only the pleasing of himself, and the gratifying of his own lusts, which is the chief cause of most contentions. Strife and reproach; wherewith he loads those that either oppose or admonish him.
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 22:10
Proverbs 22:10 Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yea, strife and reproach shall cease.Ver. 10. Cast out the scorner.] Or, The evil interpreter, that construes everything to the worst, and so sows dissension. This is an evil instrument, and must be cashiered good company; the place where such a trouble town lives, longs for a vomit to spew him out. There is nothing that may not be taken with either hand. It is a spiritual unmannerliness to take it with the left, as that proud Pharisee did, and to cast it as an apple of contention among others. They that do thus are the pests of families, and other societies, and must therefore be carefully cast out with scoffing Ishmael, as ever we desire to avoid strife, suits at law, reproach, and many more mischiefs.
Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 22:10
(10) The scorner.—See above on Proverbs 1:22.
Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 22:10
10. Cast out] The gloss of the LXX. illustrates the meaning of the proverb: “Cast out of the assembly the scorner, and strife will go out with him, For while he remains in the assembly he insults every one,” and fills the assembly, we may add, with mutual abuse and recrimination.
Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 22:10
10. Cast out the scorner — ìö, (lets,) scorner, or scoffer. It means a very bad man, (see note on Proverbs 21:11;) a man who laughs at legal and virtuous restraint, treats virtue and religion with
Sermons on Proverbs 22:10
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Hard-Heartedness in the Body of Christ by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of daily prayer and Bible reading. He warns the congregation about the impending hard times and chaos that will come to the c |
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No Root, No Fruit by Bill McLeod | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on Luke chapter 13 and discusses a parable told by Jesus about a fruitless tree in a vineyard. The speaker interprets this parable as a represen |
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Relationships With Fools Part 2 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith addresses the issue of lawlessness and violence in society, particularly drive-by shootings. He expresses his frustration and weariness with the |
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If I Perish I Perish-01 Ministry From Esther by Major Ian Thomas | The sermon transcript discusses the concept of victorious living and spiritual experience. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the Bible as a whole and not detaching any |
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(Genesis) Genesis 21:1-11 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of believers having two natures - an old nature and a new nature. He explains that before conversion, the old nature controls a p |
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God Will Provide Himself a Lamb by Bill Randles | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Abraham and the ultimate test of faith that he faced. The sermon begins by discussing the previous events in Abraham's life, in |
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The True and False Seed by Bill Randles | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the relevance of the book of Genesis to the present day. They compare Genesis to the book of Revelation, stating that both are about the end |