Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Good judgment wins favor, but the way of the unfaithful leads to their destruction. New Living Translation A person with good sense is respected; a treacherous person is headed for destruction. English Standard Version Good sense wins favor, but the way of the treacherous is their ruin. Berean Standard Bible Good understanding wins favor, but the way of the faithless is difficult. King James Bible Good understanding giveth favour: but the way of transgressors is hard. New King James Version Good understanding gains favor, But the way of the unfaithful is hard. New American Standard Bible Good understanding produces favor, But the way of the treacherous is their own disaster. NASB 1995 Good understanding produces favor, But the way of the treacherous is hard. NASB 1977 Good understanding produces favor, But the way of the treacherous is hard. Legacy Standard Bible Good insight gives grace, But the way of the treacherous is unrelenting. Amplified Bible Good understanding wins favor [from others], But the way of the unfaithful is hard [like barren, dry soil]. Christian Standard Bible Good sense wins favor, but the way of the treacherous never changes. Holman Christian Standard Bible Good sense wins favor, but the way of the treacherous never changes. American Standard Version Good understanding giveth favor; But the way of the transgressor is hard. Contemporary English Version Sound judgment is praised, but people without good sense are on the way to disaster. English Revised Version Good understanding giveth favour: but the way of the treacherous is rugged. GOD'S WORD® Translation Good sense brings favor, but the way of treacherous people is always the same. Good News Translation Intelligence wins respect, but those who can't be trusted are on the road to ruin. International Standard Version Good understanding produces grace, but the lifestyle of the treacherous never changes. Majority Standard Bible Good understanding wins favor, but the way of the faithless is difficult. NET Bible Keen insight wins favor, but the conduct of the unfaithful is harsh. New Heart English Bible Good understanding brings favor; but the way of the unfaithful leads to calamity. Webster's Bible Translation Good understanding giveth favor: but the way of transgressors is hard. World English Bible Good understanding wins favor, but the way of the unfaithful is hard. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionGood understanding gives grace, "" And the way of the treacherous [is] hard. Young's Literal Translation Good understanding giveth grace, And the way of the treacherous is hard. Smith's Literal Translation Good understanding shall give grace: and the way of the transgressing is perpetuity. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleGood instruction shall give grace: in the way of scorners is a deep pit. Catholic Public Domain Version Good doctrine bestows grace. In the way of the contemptuous, there is a chasm. New American Bible Good sense brings favor, but the way of the faithless is their ruin. New Revised Standard Version Good sense wins favor, but the way of the faithless is their ruin. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleGood understanding brings mercy; but the way of transgressors leads to destruction. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Good understanding gives compassion, and the way of the evil is unto destruction. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Good understanding giveth grace; But the way of the faithless is harsh. Brenton Septuagint Translation Sound discretion gives favour, and to know the law is the part of a sound understanding: but the ways of scorners tend to destruction. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context A Father's Discipline…14The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life, turning one from the snares of death. 15Good understanding wins favor, but the way of the faithless is difficult. 16Every prudent man acts with knowledge, but a fool displays his folly.… Cross References Psalm 1:1-3 Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, or set foot on the path of sinners, or sit in the seat of mockers. / But his delight is in the Law of the LORD, and on His law he meditates day and night. / He is like a tree planted by streams of water, yielding its fruit in season, whose leaf does not wither, and who prospers in all he does. Psalm 37:37-38 Consider the blameless and observe the upright, for posterity awaits the man of peace. / But the transgressors will all be destroyed; the future of the wicked will be cut off. Psalm 112:5 It is well with the man who is generous and lends freely, whose affairs are guided by justice. Proverbs 3:1-4 My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments; / for they will add length to your days, years and peace to your life. / Never let loving devotion or faithfulness leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. ... Proverbs 11:5-6 The righteousness of the blameless directs their path, but the wicked fall by their own wickedness. / The righteousness of the upright delivers them, but the faithless are trapped by their own desires. Proverbs 14:12 There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death. Proverbs 15:19 The way of the slacker is like a hedge of thorns, but the path of the upright is a highway. Proverbs 21:8 The way of a guilty man is crooked, but the conduct of the innocent is upright. Isaiah 57:20-21 But the wicked are like the storm-tossed sea, for it cannot be still, and its waves churn up mire and muck. / “There is no peace,” says my God, “for the wicked.” Jeremiah 6:16 This is what the LORD says: “Stand at the crossroads and look. Ask for the ancient paths: ‘Where is the good way?’ Then walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls. But they said, ‘We will not walk in it!’ Matthew 7:13-14 Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. / But small is the gate and narrow the way that leads to life, and only a few find it. Matthew 11:28-30 Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. / Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. / For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.” Luke 1:50 His mercy extends to those who fear Him, from generation to generation. John 14:6 Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me. Romans 2:6-10 God “will repay each one according to his deeds.” / To those who by perseverance in doing good seek glory, honor, and immortality, He will give eternal life. / But for those who are self-seeking and who reject the truth and follow wickedness, there will be wrath and anger. ... Treasury of Scripture Good understanding gives favor: but the way of transgressors is hard. good Proverbs 3:4 So shalt thou find favour and good understanding in the sight of God and man. Proverbs 14:35 The king's favour is toward a wise servant: but his wrath is against him that causeth shame. 1 Samuel 18:14-16 And David behaved himself wisely in all his ways; and the LORD was with him… but Proverbs 4:19 The way of the wicked is as darkness: they know not at what they stumble. Proverbs 15:10 Correction is grievous unto him that forsaketh the way: and he that hateth reproof shall die. Psalm 95:9-11 When your fathers tempted me, proved me, and saw my work… Jump to Previous Approval Behaviour Destruction Faithless Favor Favour Gets Good Grace Hard Harsh Procureth Produces Ruin Sense Transgressor Transgressors Treacherous Understanding Unfaithful Way Wins WiseJump to Next Approval Behaviour Destruction Faithless Favor Favour Gets Good Grace Hard Harsh Procureth Produces Ruin Sense Transgressor Transgressors Treacherous Understanding Unfaithful Way Wins WiseProverbs 13 1. a scoffer does not listen to rebukeGood understanding wins favor "Good understanding" refers to wisdom and discernment that align with God's principles. In the biblical context, understanding is often linked to the fear of the Lord, as seen in Proverbs 9:10, which states that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. This understanding is not merely intellectual but involves a moral and spiritual insight that guides one's actions and decisions. The favor mentioned here can be seen as both divine and human. Biblically, those who live with wisdom and understanding often find favor with God, as seen in the lives of Joseph (Genesis 39:4) and Daniel (Daniel 1:9), who were granted favor in the eyes of those around them due to their godly wisdom and conduct. This favor can also extend to relationships with others, as wise and understanding behavior tends to foster trust and respect. but the way of the faithless is difficult Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonTraditionally regarded as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. His insights into human behavior and godly living are captured in the book of Proverbs. 2. Israel The nation to whom the Proverbs were initially addressed. The wisdom literature was intended to guide the Israelites in living according to God's laws and principles. 3. The Faithless This term refers to those who reject God's ways and live according to their own understanding, often leading to a life of hardship and difficulty. Teaching Points The Value of Godly WisdomGood understanding, rooted in God's wisdom, leads to favor and success in life. Pursuing wisdom through prayer, study, and application of God's Word is essential for a fruitful Christian life. Consequences of Faithlessness Living a life apart from God's guidance results in difficulties and hardships. The faithless path is fraught with challenges that could be avoided by adhering to God's principles. The Importance of Favor Favor is not merely about human approval but about aligning oneself with God's will, which brings peace and blessings. Seek to live in a way that pleases God, and His favor will follow. The Role of Understanding in Relationships Good understanding fosters healthy relationships, as it involves empathy, patience, and wisdom. Strive to understand others and apply biblical principles in all interactions. The Path of the Righteous The righteous path, though sometimes challenging, ultimately leads to life and peace. Commit to walking in righteousness, trusting that God's ways are higher and better.(15) Good understanding giveth favour.--Comp. the union of "wisdom" and "favour with God and man" (Luke 2:52). The way of transgressors is hard.--Rough and barren as the valley described in Deuteronomy 21:4, in contrast to the green "pastures" and "waters of comfort" of Psalm 23:2. Verse 15. - Good understanding giveth favour (Proverbs 3:4); makes one acceptable to God and man. We are told of Christ that "he increased in wisdom and in stature, and in favour with God and man" (Luke 2:52). As a good and wise man uses his gifts and graces properly, he wins higher favour from God, and kindles the love and respect of his fellow men. Alter this clause the Septuagint introduces that which occurs also in Proverbs 9:10, "It belongs to a good understanding (διανοίας) to know the Law." The way of transgressors is hard; rough and rugged, leading to desolation, not to waters of comfort. Ecclus. 21:10, "The way of sinners is made plain with stones, but at the end thereof is the pit of hell." Vulgate, "In the way of scorners is an abyss;" Septuagint, "The ways of scorners end in destruction."Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Goodט֭וֹב (ṭō·wḇ) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2896: Pleasant, agreeable, good understanding שֵֽׂכֶל־ (śê·ḵel-) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7922: Intelligence, success wins יִתֶּן־ (yit·ten-) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5414: To give, put, set favor, חֵ֑ן (ḥên) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2580: Graciousness, subjective, objective but the way וְדֶ֖רֶךְ (wə·ḏe·reḵ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - common singular construct Strong's 1870: A road, a course of life, mode of action of the faithless בֹּגְדִ֣ים (bō·ḡə·ḏîm) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 898: To cover, to act covertly, to pillage is difficult. אֵיתָֽן׃ (’ê·ṯān) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 386: Perennial, ever-flowing, permanence Links Proverbs 13:15 NIVProverbs 13:15 NLT Proverbs 13:15 ESV Proverbs 13:15 NASB Proverbs 13:15 KJV Proverbs 13:15 BibleApps.com Proverbs 13:15 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 13:15 Chinese Bible Proverbs 13:15 French Bible Proverbs 13:15 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 13:15 Good understanding wins favor (Prov. 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