Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Whoever digs a pit will fall into it; if someone rolls a stone, it will roll back on them. New Living Translation If you set a trap for others, you will get caught in it yourself. If you roll a boulder down on others, it will crush you instead. English Standard Version Whoever digs a pit will fall into it, and a stone will come back on him who starts it rolling. Berean Standard Bible He who digs a pit will fall into it, and he who rolls a stone will have it roll back on him. King James Bible Whoso diggeth a pit shall fall therein: and he that rolleth a stone, it will return upon him. New King James Version Whoever digs a pit will fall into it, And he who rolls a stone will have it roll back on him. New American Standard Bible One who digs a pit will fall into it, And one who rolls a stone, it will come back on him. NASB 1995 He who digs a pit will fall into it, And he who rolls a stone, it will come back on him. NASB 1977 He who digs a pit will fall into it, And he who rolls a stone, it will come back on him. Legacy Standard Bible He who digs a pit will fall into it, And he who rolls a stone, it will turn back on him. Amplified Bible Whoever digs a pit [for another man’s feet] will fall into it, And he who rolls a stone [up a hill to do mischief], it will come back on him. Christian Standard Bible The one who digs a pit will fall into it, and whoever rolls a stone — it will come back on him. Holman Christian Standard Bible The one who digs a pit will fall into it, and whoever rolls a stone— it will come back on him. American Standard Version Whoso diggeth a pit shall fall therein; And he that rolleth a stone, it shall return upon him. Contemporary English Version If you dig a pit, you will fall in; if you start a stone rolling, it will roll back on you. English Revised Version Whoso diggeth a pit shall fall therein: and he that rolleth a stone, it shall return upon him. GOD'S WORD® Translation Whoever digs a pit will fall into it. Whoever rolls a stone will have it roll back on him. Good News Translation People who set traps for others get caught themselves. People who start landslides get crushed. International Standard Version Whoever digs a pit will fall into it, and the stone will come back on whoever starts it rolling. Majority Standard Bible He who digs a pit will fall into it, and he who rolls a stone will have it roll back on him. NET Bible The one who digs a pit will fall into it; the one who rolls a stone--it will come back on him. New Heart English Bible Whoever digs a pit shall fall into it. Whoever rolls a stone, it will come back on him. Webster's Bible Translation Whoever diggeth a pit shall fall into it: and he that rolleth a stone, it will return upon him. World English Bible Whoever digs a pit shall fall into it. Whoever rolls a stone, it will come back on him. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionWhoever is digging a pit falls into it, "" And the roller of a stone, it turns to him. Young's Literal Translation Whoso is digging a pit falleth into it, And the roller of a stone, to him it turneth. Smith's Literal Translation He digging a pit shall fall into it: and he rolling a stone it shall turn back upon him. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHe that diggeth a pit, shall fall into it: and he that rolleth a stone, it shall return to him. Catholic Public Domain Version Whoever digs a pit will fall into it. And whoever rolls a stone, it will roll back to him. New American Bible Whoever digs a pit falls into it; and a stone comes back upon the one who rolls it. New Revised Standard Version Whoever digs a pit will fall into it, and a stone will come back on the one who starts it rolling. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleHe who digs a pit shall fall into it; and he who rolls a stone, it will return upon him. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated He that digs a ditch will fall into it, and he that rolls a stone, it will return upon him. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Whoso diggeth a pit shall fall therein; And he that rolleth a stone, it shall return upon him. Brenton Septuagint Translation He that digs a pit for his neighbour shall fall into it: and he that rolls a stone, rolls it upon himself. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Similitudes and Instructions…26Though his hatred is concealed by deception, his wickedness will be exposed in the assembly. 27He who digs a pit will fall into it, and he who rolls a stone will have it roll back on him. 28A lying tongue hates those it crushes, and a flattering mouth causes ruin.… Cross References Galatians 6:7 Do not be deceived: God is not to be mocked. Whatever a man sows, he will reap in return. Psalm 7:15-16 He has dug a hole and hollowed it out; he has fallen into a pit of his own making. / His trouble recoils on himself, and his violence falls on his own head. Ecclesiastes 10:8 He who digs a pit may fall into it, and he who breaches a wall may be bitten by a snake. Matthew 7:2 For with the same judgment you pronounce, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. Psalm 9:15-16 The nations have fallen into a pit of their making; their feet are caught in the net they have hidden. / The LORD is known by the justice He brings; the wicked are ensnared by the work of their hands. Higgaion Selah Obadiah 1:15 For the Day of the LORD is near for all the nations. As you have done, it will be done to you; your recompense will return upon your own head. Psalm 35:8 May ruin befall them by surprise; may the net they hid ensnare them; may they fall into the hazard they created. Psalm 57:6 They spread a net for my feet; my soul was despondent. They dug a pit before me, but they themselves have fallen into it! Selah Psalm 141:10 Let the wicked fall into their own nets, while I pass by in safety. Esther 7:10 So they hanged Haman on the gallows he had prepared for Mordecai. Then the fury of the king subsided. Job 4:8 As I have observed, those who plow iniquity and those who sow trouble reap the same. Matthew 26:52 “Put your sword back in its place,” Jesus said to him. “For all who draw the sword will die by the sword. 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.” Romans 2:1 You, therefore, have no excuse, you who pass judgment on another. For on whatever grounds you judge the other, you are condemning yourself, because you who pass judgment do the same things. 1 Samuel 28:18-19 Because you did not obey the LORD or carry out His burning anger against Amalek, the LORD has done this to you today. / Moreover, the LORD will deliver Israel with you into the hand of the Philistines, and tomorrow you and your sons will be with me. And the LORD will deliver the army of Israel into the hand of the Philistines.” Treasury of Scripture Whoever digs a pit shall fall therein: and he that rolls a stone, it will return on him. diggeth Proverbs 28:10 Whoso causeth the righteous to go astray in an evil way, he shall fall himself into his own pit: but the upright shall have good things in possession. Esther 7:10 So they hanged Haman on the gallows that he had prepared for Mordecai. Then was the king's wrath pacified. Psalm 7:15,16 He made a pit, and digged it, and is fallen into the ditch which he made… Jump to Previous Diggeth Digging Digs Earth Fall Falleth Falling Hole Makes Pit Roll Roller Rolling Rolls Stone Therein TurnethJump to Next Diggeth Digging Digs Earth Fall Falleth Falling Hole Makes Pit Roll Roller Rolling Rolls Stone Therein TurnethProverbs 26 1. observations about fools13. about sluggards 17. and about contentious busybodies He who digs a pit will fall into it This phrase reflects the principle of retributive justice, a common theme in biblical wisdom literature. The imagery of digging a pit is often associated with setting a trap or planning harm against others. In ancient times, pits were used to capture animals or enemies, making this a vivid metaphor for deceitful schemes. The idea that the schemer falls into their own trap is echoed in other scriptures, such as Psalm 7:15-16 and Ecclesiastes 10:8, emphasizing the moral order where evil intentions ultimately backfire. This concept is also seen in the story of Haman in the Book of Esther, where he is hanged on the gallows he prepared for Mordecai, illustrating the divine justice that ensures the wicked face the consequences of their actions. and he who rolls a stone will have it roll back on him Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonTraditionally considered the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. His proverbs often provide practical insights into human behavior and divine justice. 2. Ancient Israel The cultural and historical context of Proverbs is ancient Israel, where wisdom literature was a key component of teaching and moral instruction. 3. Wisdom Literature Proverbs is part of the wisdom literature in the Bible, which includes books like Job and Ecclesiastes, focusing on practical and philosophical aspects of life. Teaching Points The Principle of RetributionThe verse underscores a biblical principle that evil actions often lead to self-destruction. It serves as a warning against plotting harm against others. Divine Justice God's justice ensures that those who engage in deceitful or harmful actions will face consequences. This reflects the moral order established by God. Self-Reflection and Integrity Believers are encouraged to examine their motives and actions, ensuring they align with God's righteousness and integrity. The Consequences of Sin Sinful actions have natural consequences. This verse reminds us that our actions can backfire, leading to our downfall. Encouragement to Trust in God Trusting in God's justice allows believers to refrain from seeking revenge, knowing that God will address wrongs in His time.(27) Whoso diggeth a pit shall fall therein,--A simile taken from hunters making pits as traps for wild animals. The same doctrine of retribution being brought upon the sinner's head by God the righteous Judge is taught in Psalm 7:11, sqq.Verse 27. - Whoso diggeth a pit shall fall therein. This thought is found often elsewhere; e.g., Psalm 7:16; Psalm 9:16; Ecclesiastes 10:8; Ecclus. 27:25, 26. The pit is such a one as was made to catch wild animals; the maker is supposed to approach incautiously one of these traps, and to tall into it. And he that rolleth a stone, it will return upon him. This does not refer to throwing stones into the air, which fall upon the head of the thrower, but to rolling stones up a height in order to hurl them down upon the enemy (comp. Judges 9:53; 2 Samuel 11:21). Of such retributive justice we have numerous examples;e.g., Haman hung on the gallows which he had prepared for Mordecai (Esther 7:9, etc.). So the old story tells how Perillus, the inventor of the brazen bull in which prisoners were to be burned alive, was himself made to prove the efficacy of his own invention by the tyrant Phalaris; as Ovid says "Et Phalaris tauro violenti membra Perilli Hebrew He who digsכֹּֽרֶה־ (kō·re·hō·ša-) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 3738: To dig, to plot, to bore, open a pit שַּׁ֭חַת (ḥaṯ) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 7845: A pit, destruction will fall into it, יִפֹּ֑ל (yip·pōl) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5307: To fall, lie and whoever rolls וְגֹ֥לֵ֥ל (wə·ḡō·lêl) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 1556: To roll, roll away a stone, אֶ֝בֶן (’e·ḇen) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 68: A stone it will come back תָּשֽׁוּב׃ (tā·šūḇ) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 7725: To turn back, in, to retreat, again on him. אֵלָ֥יו (’ê·lāw) Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to Links Proverbs 26:27 NIVProverbs 26:27 NLT Proverbs 26:27 ESV Proverbs 26:27 NASB Proverbs 26:27 KJV Proverbs 26:27 BibleApps.com Proverbs 26:27 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 26:27 Chinese Bible Proverbs 26:27 French Bible Proverbs 26:27 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 26:27 Whoever digs a pit shall fall into (Prov. 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