Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version since they hated knowledge and did not choose to fear the LORD. New Living Translation For they hated knowledge and chose not to fear the LORD. English Standard Version Because they hated knowledge and did not choose the fear of the LORD, Berean Standard Bible For they hated knowledge and chose not to fear the LORD. King James Bible For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the LORD: New King James Version Because they hated knowledge And did not choose the fear of the LORD, New American Standard Bible Because they hated knowledge And did not choose the fear of the LORD. NASB 1995 Because they hated knowledge And did not choose the fear of the LORD. NASB 1977 Because they hated knowledge, And did not choose the fear of the LORD. Legacy Standard Bible Because they hated knowledge And did not choose the fear of Yahweh. Amplified Bible Because they hated knowledge And did not choose the fear of the LORD [that is, obeying Him with reverence and awe-filled respect], Christian Standard Bible Because they hated knowledge, didn’t choose to fear the LORD, Holman Christian Standard Bible Because they hated knowledge, didn’t choose to fear the LORD, American Standard Version For that they hated knowledge, And did not choose the fear of Jehovah: Contemporary English Version No, you would not learn, and you refused to respect the LORD. English Revised Version For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the LORD: GOD'S WORD® Translation because they hated knowledge and did not choose the fear of the LORD. Good News Translation You have never had any use for knowledge and have always refused to obey the LORD. International Standard Version "Because they hated knowledge and did not choose the fear of the LORD; NET Bible Because they hated moral knowledge, and did not choose to fear the LORD, New Heart English Bible because they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the LORD. Webster's Bible Translation For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the LORD: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleFor they hated knowledge and chose not to fear the LORD. World English Bible because they hated knowledge, and didn’t choose the fear of Yahweh. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionBecause that they have hated knowledge, "" And have not chosen the fear of YHWH. Young's Literal Translation Because that they have hated knowledge, And the fear of Jehovah have not chosen. Smith's Literal Translation For that they hated knowledge, and chose not the fear of Jehovah: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBecause they have hated instruction and received not the fear of the Lord, Catholic Public Domain Version For they held hatred for discipline, and they would not accept the fear of the Lord; New American Bible Because they hated knowledge, and the fear of the LORD they did not choose. New Revised Standard Version Because they hated knowledge and did not choose the fear of the LORD, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBecause they hated knowledge, and did not choose the worship of the LORD. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Because they hated knowledge and they did not choose the worship of LORD JEHOVAH. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917For that they hated knowledge, And did not choose the fear of the LORD; Brenton Septuagint Translation For they hated wisdom, and did not choose the word of the Lord: Additional Translations ... Audio Bible 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. 29 For they hated knowledge and chose not to fear the LORD. 30They accepted none of my counsel; they despised all my reproof.… Cross References Romans 1:28 Furthermore, since they did not see fit to acknowledge God, He gave them up to a depraved mind, to do what ought not to be done. Hosea 4:6 My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge. Because you have rejected knowledge, I will also reject you as My priests. Since you have forgotten the law of your God, I will also forget your children. 2 Thessalonians 2:10-12 and with every wicked deception directed against those who are perishing, because they refused the love of the truth that would have saved them. / For this reason God will send them a powerful delusion so that they believe the lie, / in order that judgment may come upon all who have disbelieved the truth and delighted in wickedness. Isaiah 5:24 Therefore, as a tongue of fire consumes the straw, and as dry grass shrivels in the flame, so their roots will decay and their blossoms will blow away like dust; for they have rejected the instruction of the LORD of Hosts and despised the word of the Holy One of Israel. John 3:19-20 And this is the verdict: The Light has come into the world, but men loved the darkness rather than the Light because their deeds were evil. / Everyone who does evil hates the Light, and does not come into the Light for fear that his deeds will be exposed. Jeremiah 4:22 “For My people are fools; they have not known Me. They are foolish children, without understanding. They are skilled in doing evil, but they know not how to do good.” 2 Timothy 3:7 who are always learning but never able to come to a knowledge of the truth. Isaiah 66:4 So I will choose their punishment and I will bring terror upon them, because I called and no one answered, I spoke and no one listened. But they did evil in My sight and chose that in which I did not delight.” Job 21:14-15 Yet they say to God: ‘Leave us alone! For we have no desire to know Your ways. / Who is the Almighty, that we should serve Him, and what would we gain if we pray to Him?’ Matthew 13:15 For this people’s heart has grown callous; they hardly hear with their ears, and they have closed their eyes. Otherwise they might see with their eyes, hear with their ears, understand with their hearts, and turn, and I would heal them.’ Psalm 81:11-12 But My people would not listen to Me, and Israel would not obey Me. / So I gave them up to their stubborn hearts to follow their own devices. 1 Corinthians 1:21 For since in the wisdom of God the world through its wisdom did not know Him, God was pleased through the foolishness of what was preached to save those who believe. Zechariah 7:11-12 But they refused to pay attention and turned a stubborn shoulder; they stopped up their ears from hearing. / They made their hearts like flint and would not listen to the law or to the words that the LORD of Hosts had sent by His Spirit through the earlier prophets. Therefore great anger came from the LORD of Hosts. 2 Peter 3:5 But they deliberately overlook the fact that long ago by God’s word the heavens existed and the earth was formed out of water and by water, Isaiah 1:28 But rebels and sinners will together be shattered, and those who forsake the LORD will perish. Treasury of Scripture For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the LORD: that Proverbs 1:22 How long, ye simple ones, will ye love simplicity? and the scorners delight in their scorning, and fools hate knowledge? Proverbs 5:12 And say, How have I hated instruction, and my heart despised reproof; Proverbs 6:23 For the commandment is a lamp; and the law is light; and reproofs of instruction are the way of life: not Luke 10:42 But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her. Hebrews 11:25 Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season; Jump to Previous Choose Chosen Fear Hated Haters HeartsJump to Next Choose Chosen Fear Hated Haters HeartsProverbs 1 1. The use of the proverbs7. An exhortation to fear God, and believe his word 10. to avoid the enticing of sinners 20. Wisdom complains of her contempt 24. She threatens her contemners For they hated knowledge This phrase highlights a deliberate rejection of wisdom and understanding. In the biblical context, "knowledge" often refers to a deep, experiential understanding of God's ways and His laws. The Hebrew word for "knowledge" (דַּעַת, da'at) implies more than just intellectual awareness; it suggests a relational and moral comprehension. This rejection is not merely passive ignorance but an active disdain for divine truth. In Proverbs, wisdom is personified and calls out to people, yet many choose to ignore her (Proverbs 1:20-22). This reflects a broader biblical theme where humanity often turns away from God's revelation, as seen in Romans 1:18-23, where people suppress the truth in unrighteousness. and chose not to fear the LORD Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonTraditionally considered the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. He wrote Proverbs to impart wisdom and understanding. 2. The Simple In the context of Proverbs, the "simple" refers to those who are naive or lack discernment, often choosing folly over wisdom. 3. The Fear of the LORD A central theme in Proverbs, representing a reverent awe and respect for God, which is the beginning of wisdom. 4. Wisdom Personified in Proverbs as a woman calling out to the simple, offering guidance and understanding. 5. The Fool In Proverbs, the fool is someone who despises wisdom and instruction, often leading to their downfall. Teaching Points The Importance of ReverenceThe fear of the LORD is not just an emotion but a foundational attitude that leads to true wisdom and understanding. The Consequences of Rejecting Wisdom Choosing to hate knowledge and reject the fear of the LORD leads to spiritual and moral decay. The Call to Seek Wisdom Actively seek wisdom and understanding through prayer, study, and a relationship with God. The Role of Choice in Spiritual Growth Every individual has the choice to pursue wisdom or folly; our choices have significant spiritual consequences. The Danger of Complacency Ignoring the call to fear the LORD and gain knowledge can lead to a hardened heart and eventual destruction. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Proverbs 1:29?2. How does Proverbs 1:29 emphasize the importance of seeking God's wisdom daily? 3. What are the consequences of "hating knowledge" according to Proverbs 1:29? 4. How can we cultivate a love for knowledge as Proverbs 1:29 advises? 5. What other scriptures highlight the dangers of rejecting wisdom and knowledge? 6. How can Proverbs 1:29 guide our decision-making in everyday life? 7. Why do people reject wisdom according to Proverbs 1:29? 8. How does Proverbs 1:29 define the fear of the LORD? 9. What historical context influences the message of Proverbs 1:29? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 1? 11. What defines a teachable spirit? 12. How will wisdom be destroyed? 13. What is a debased mind? 14. Proverbs 25:2 - Why would an all-knowing and benevolent God find glory in concealing information from humanity? What Does Proverbs 1:29 Mean For they hated knowledge• The opening charge is stark—people actively reject the wisdom God freely offers (Proverbs 1:20-22). • “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge” (Proverbs 1:7); hating knowledge, therefore, is hating the very foundation of true understanding. • Scripture shows this disdain repeatedly: – Hosea 4:6—“My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge.” – Romans 1:28—when people “did not see fit to acknowledge God,” He gave them over to a debased mind. – John 3:19-20—light came, yet men loved darkness because their deeds were evil. • By turning from God’s revealed truth, they forfeit the blessings tied to wisdom (Proverbs 2:6-8) and invite the consequences wisdom warns about (Proverbs 1:24-27). and chose not • The verse underlines personal responsibility. Rejection of God is not accidental; it is a willful decision. • Throughout Scripture God honors the freedom to choose: – Deuteronomy 30:19—“I have set before you life and death… now choose life.” – Joshua 24:15—“Choose this day whom you will serve.” – Isaiah 65:12—the rebellious “did evil in My sight and chose what displeased Me.” • By choosing against God, people align themselves with folly (Proverbs 9:13-18) rather than wisdom (Proverbs 9:1-6). The moral weight rests squarely on the human heart. to fear the LORD • The fear of the LORD is a holy, worshipful reverence that keeps life in alignment with God’s character (Job 28:28; Proverbs 9:10). • It is the beginning and guardrail of wisdom, producing: – Understanding (Proverbs 2:5). – Hatred of evil (Proverbs 8:13). – Strong confidence and refuge (Proverbs 14:26). – Prolonged life (Proverbs 10:27). • By refusing this fear, people unplug themselves from the source of discernment and blessing, fulfilling Solomon’s warning that calamity will strike and wisdom’s voice will no longer be heard (Proverbs 1:30-33). • Acts 9:31 shows the opposite outcome: when the church “walked in the fear of the Lord,” it multiplied in peace and strength. summary Proverbs 1:29 exposes a deliberate downward spiral: first despising divine knowledge, then exercising free will against God, and finally rejecting the reverent awe that anchors wisdom. Scripture treats each step as conscious rebellion, not ignorance. Those who hate knowledge and refuse the fear of the LORD sever themselves from God’s protection and insight, while those who embrace His wisdom find life, safety, and blessing. Verses 29 and 30 belong to ver. 28, and are not the antecedent clauses to ver. 31, as Zochler remarks. They recapitulate the charges already made against the sinners in vers. 22 and 25, and now set them forth as the ground or reason why Wisdom, on her part, turns a deaf ear to their entreatries. Wisdom will disregard the n because they have previously disregatded her. The connection is denoted in the LXX. by γὰρ, for the Hebrew takbath ki, equivalent to "because," and in the Authorized Version by the punctuation. Did not choose the fear of the Lord. The verb "to choose" (בָּחַר, bakhar) combines in itself the meanings of eligere and diligere (Fleischer), and therefore signifies here not only choice of, but also the fuller sense of love for, the fear of the Lord. They despised; i.e. rejected the reproof with scorn or derision, sneered or turned up their noses at it (μυκτηρίζειν, LXX.), disparaged it (detrahere, Vulgate), or, more strongly, as Gejerus says, execrated it. Their rejection of reproof is stigmatized in stronger terms than in ver. 25.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Forכִּי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction they hated שָׂ֣נְאוּ (śā·nə·’ū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 8130: To hate knowledge דָ֑עַת (ḏā·‘aṯ) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 1847: Knowledge and chose בָחָֽרוּ׃ (ḇā·ḥā·rū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 977: To try, select not לֹ֣א (lō) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no to fear וְיִרְאַ֥ת (wə·yir·’aṯ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 3374: Fear, reverence the LORD. יְ֝הֹוָ֗ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel Links Proverbs 1:29 NIVProverbs 1:29 NLT Proverbs 1:29 ESV Proverbs 1:29 NASB Proverbs 1:29 KJV Proverbs 1:29 BibleApps.com Proverbs 1:29 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 1:29 Chinese Bible Proverbs 1:29 French Bible Proverbs 1:29 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 1:29 Because they hated knowledge and didn't choose (Prov. Pro Pr) |
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