Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version All day long he craves for more, but the righteous give without sparing. New Living Translation Some people are always greedy for more, but the godly love to give! English Standard Version All day long he craves and craves, but the righteous gives and does not hold back. Berean Standard Bible All day long he covets more, but the righteous give without restraint. King James Bible He coveteth greedily all the day long: but the righteous giveth and spareth not. New King James Version He covets greedily all day long, But the righteous gives and does not spare. New American Standard Bible All day long he is craving, While the righteous gives and does not hold back. NASB 1995 All day long he is craving, While the righteous gives and does not hold back. NASB 1977 All day long he is craving, While the righteous gives and does not hold back. Legacy Standard Bible All day long he is insatiably craving, While the righteous gives and does not hold back. Amplified Bible He craves all the day long [and does no work], But the righteous [willingly] gives and does not withhold [what he has]. Christian Standard Bible He is filled with craving all day long, but the righteous give and don’t hold back. Holman Christian Standard Bible He is filled with craving all day long, but the righteous give and don’t hold back. American Standard Version There is that coveteth greedily all the day long; But the righteous giveth and withholdeth not. Contemporary English Version But people who obey God are always generous. English Revised Version There is that coveteth greedily all the day long: but the righteous giveth and withholdeth not. GOD'S WORD® Translation All day long he feels greedy, but a righteous person gives and does not hold back. Good News Translation all they do is think about what they would like to have. The righteous, however, can give, and give generously. International Standard Version All day long he continues to crave, while the righteous person gives without holding back. Majority Standard Bible All day long he covets more, but the righteous give without restraint. NET Bible All day long he craves greedily, but the righteous gives and does not hold back. New Heart English Bible There are those who covet greedily all day long; but the righteous give and do not withhold. Webster's Bible Translation He coveteth greedily all the day long: but the righteous giveth and spareth not. World English Bible There are those who covet greedily all day long; but the righteous give and don’t withhold. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAll the day desiring he has desired, "" And the righteous gives and does not withhold. Young's Literal Translation All the day desiring he hath desired, And the righteous giveth and withholdeth not. Smith's Literal Translation He longed a longing all the day: and the just one shall give and not keep back. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHe longeth and desireth all the day : but he that is just, will give, and will not cease. Catholic Public Domain Version He covets and desires all day long. But whoever is just shall distribute and shall not cease. New American Bible Some are consumed with avarice all the day, but the just give unsparingly. New Revised Standard Version All day long the wicked covet, but the righteous give and do not hold back. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleHe covets greedily all the day long; but the righteous man gives and does not spare. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated He desires lust all day long; the righteous gives and does not spare. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917There is that coveteth greedily all the day long; But the righteous giveth and spareth not. Brenton Septuagint Translation An ungodly man entertains evil desires all the day: but the righteous is unsparingly merciful and compassionate. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The King's Heart…25The craving of the slacker kills him because his hands refuse to work. 26All day long he covets more, but the righteous give without restraint. 27The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable—how much more so when brought with ill intent!… Cross References 2 Corinthians 9:7 Each one should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not out of regret or compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver. Luke 6:38 Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you.” Acts 20:35 In everything, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words of the Lord Jesus Himself: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’” Matthew 6:21 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. 1 Timothy 6:18 Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, and to be generous and ready to share, James 2:15-16 Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. / If one of you tells him, “Go in peace; stay warm and well fed,” but does not provide for his physical needs, what good is that? 1 John 3:17 If anyone with earthly possessions sees his brother in need, but withholds his compassion from him, how can the love of God abide in him? Philippians 4:17 Not that I am seeking a gift, but I am looking for the fruit that may be credited to your account. Romans 12:13 Share with the saints who are in need. Practice hospitality. Hebrews 13:16 And do not neglect to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased. Galatians 6:9-10 Let us not grow weary in well-doing, for in due time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. / Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to the family of faith. Matthew 25:35-40 For I was hungry and you gave Me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave Me something to drink, I was a stranger and you took Me in, / I was naked and you clothed Me, I was sick and you looked after Me, I was in prison and you visited Me.’ / Then the righteous will answer Him, ‘Lord, when did we see You hungry and feed You, or thirsty and give You something to drink? ... Psalm 37:21 The wicked borrow and do not repay, but the righteous are gracious and giving. Isaiah 32:8 But a noble man makes honorable plans; he stands up for worthy causes. Deuteronomy 15:10 Give generously to him, and do not let your heart be grieved when you do so. And because of this the LORD your God will bless you in all your work and in everything to which you put your hand. Treasury of Scripture He covets greedily all the day long: but the righteous gives and spares not. coveteth Acts 20:33-35 I have coveted no man's silver, or gold, or apparel… 1 Thessalonians 2:5-9 For neither at any time used we flattering words, as ye know, nor a cloke of covetousness; God is witness: … the righteous Psalm 37:26 He is ever merciful, and lendeth; and his seed is blessed. Psalm 112:9 He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor; his righteousness endureth for ever; his horn shall be exalted with honour. Luke 6:30-36 Give to every man that asketh of thee; and of him that taketh away thy goods ask them not again… Jump to Previous Covet Coveteth Covets Craves Craving Desire Desired Desiring Freely Gives Goes Greedily Hold Keeping Righteous Sinner Spareth Sparing Upright Wicked Withhold WithholdethJump to Next Covet Coveteth Covets Craves Craving Desire Desired Desiring Freely Gives Goes Greedily Hold Keeping Righteous Sinner Spareth Sparing Upright Wicked Withhold WithholdethProverbs 21 1. The king's heart in the hand of the LordAll day long he covets more This phrase highlights the insatiable nature of human desire and greed. In biblical context, coveting is often associated with a lack of contentment and a focus on material wealth, which is condemned in the Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:17). The phrase suggests a continuous, unending cycle of wanting, which can lead to sin and separation from God. Historically, this reflects the human condition and the societal pressures of ancient times, where wealth and possessions were often seen as measures of success. Theologically, it contrasts with the teachings of Jesus, who emphasized storing treasures in heaven rather than on earth (Matthew 6:19-21). but the righteous give without restraint Persons / Places / Events 1. The Covetous PersonThis individual is characterized by an insatiable desire for more, driven by selfishness and greed. The Hebrew word for "covets" ('avah) implies a longing or craving that is never satisfied. 2. The Righteous In contrast to the covetous, the righteous person is generous and selfless. The Hebrew word for "righteous" (tzaddik) denotes someone who is just, virtuous, and aligned with God's will. 3. The Act of Giving The righteous give "without restraint," indicating a heart of generosity and trust in God's provision. This act is not limited by fear of lack but is abundant and free. Teaching Points The Danger of CovetousnessCovetousness leads to a never-ending cycle of dissatisfaction and spiritual emptiness. It is important to guard our hearts against the desire for more material possessions. The Blessing of Generosity Generosity is a hallmark of the righteous. It reflects trust in God's provision and a heart aligned with His purposes. We are called to give freely and joyfully. Contentment in Christ True contentment is found in Christ, not in material wealth. By focusing on our relationship with God, we can overcome the temptation to covet and instead live a life of generosity. Trusting God's Provision The righteous give without fear of lack because they trust in God's provision. This trust allows them to be open-handed and generous, knowing that God will supply all their needs.(26) He coveteth greedily all the day long, that he may "consume it on his lusts" (James 4:3), while the righteous (Proverbs 21:21) gives to all who need, remembering that he is a steward (Luke 16:9), not an owner, and that blessing will attend upon him for so doing (Acts 20:35).Verse 26. - St. Jerome and many commentators connect this verse with the preceding, considering the two to form a tetrastich, thus: The desire of the slothful... he coveteth greedily all the day long, but the righteous giveth and spareth not. But in this division of our book there are only pure distichs; and, as Delitzsch observes, to make the contrast, one requires in the first hemistich an expression like, "and hath nothing" (Proverbs 13:4; comp. Proverbs 20:4). So it is correct to consider this distich independent, and to translate, There is that (or one) desireth greedily always, but the righteous giveth and withholdeth not. There are claims made on all sides, demands for help, importunate prayers, such as one would think no man could satisfy; but the righteous has means enough and to spare, he is generous and charitable, he is industrious, and uses his stewardship well (Luke 16:9), and so arranges his expenditure that he has to give to him that needeth (Ephesians 4:28). Septuagint, "An ungodly man devises evil devices all the day long, but the righteous pitieth and showeth compassion unsparingly." Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Allכָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every day long הַ֭יּוֹם (hay·yō·wm) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3117: A day he covets הִתְאַוָּ֣ה (hiṯ·’aw·wāh) Verb - Hitpael - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 183: To incline, desire more, תַאֲוָ֑ה (ṯa·’ă·wāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 8378: A longing, a delight but the righteous וְצַדִּ֥יק (wə·ṣad·dîq) Conjunctive waw | Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 6662: Just, righteous give יִ֝תֵּ֗ן (yit·tên) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5414: To give, put, set without וְלֹ֣א (wə·lō) Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no restraint. יַחְשֹֽׂךְ׃ (yaḥ·śōḵ) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 2820: To restrain, refrain, to refuse, spare, preserve, to observe Links Proverbs 21:26 NIVProverbs 21:26 NLT Proverbs 21:26 ESV Proverbs 21:26 NASB Proverbs 21:26 KJV Proverbs 21:26 BibleApps.com Proverbs 21:26 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 21:26 Chinese Bible Proverbs 21:26 French Bible Proverbs 21:26 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 21:26 There are those who covet greedily all (Prov. 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