Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Stone is heavy and sand a burden, but a fool’s provocation is heavier than both. New Living Translation A stone is heavy and sand is weighty, but the resentment caused by a fool is even heavier. English Standard Version A stone is heavy, and sand is weighty, but a fool’s provocation is heavier than both. Berean Standard Bible A stone is heavy and sand is a burden, but aggravation from a fool outweighs them both. King James Bible A stone is heavy, and the sand weighty; but a fool's wrath is heavier than them both. New King James Version A stone is heavy and sand is weighty, But a fool’s wrath is heavier than both of them. New American Standard Bible A stone is heavy and the sand weighty, But the provocation of a fool is heavier than both of them. NASB 1995 A stone is heavy and the sand weighty, But the provocation of a fool is heavier than both of them. NASB 1977 A stone is heavy and the sand weighty, But the provocation of a fool is heavier than both of them. Legacy Standard Bible A stone is heavy and the sand weighty, But the provocation of an ignorant fool is heavier than both of them. Amplified Bible Stone is heavy and the sand weighty, But a fool’s [unreasonable] wrath is heavier and more burdensome than both of them. Christian Standard Bible A stone is heavy, and sand a burden, but aggravation from a fool outweighs them both. Holman Christian Standard Bible A stone is heavy and sand, a burden, but aggravation from a fool outweighs them both. American Standard Version A stone is heavy, and the sand weighty; But a fool's vexation is heavier than they both. Contemporary English Version Stones and sand are heavy, but trouble caused by a fool is a much heavier load. English Revised Version A stone is heavy, and the sand weighty; but a fool's vexation is heavier than them both. GOD'S WORD® Translation A stone is heavy, and sand weighs a lot, but annoyance caused by a stubborn fool is heavier than both. Good News Translation The weight of stone and sand is nothing compared to the trouble that stupidity can cause. International Standard Version Rocks are heavy, and sand is weighty, but a fool's provocation outweighs them both. Majority Standard Bible A stone is heavy and sand is a burden, but aggravation from a fool outweighs them both. NET Bible A stone is heavy and sand is weighty, but vexation by a fool is more burdensome than the two of them. New Heart English Bible A stone is heavy, and sand is a burden; but a fool's provocation is heavier than both. Webster's Bible Translation A stone is heavy, and the sand weighty; but a fool's wrath is heavier than both. World English Bible A stone is heavy, and sand is a burden; but a fool’s provocation is heavier than both. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionA stone [is] heavy, and the sand [is] heavy, "" And the anger of a fool "" Is heavier than them both. Young's Literal Translation A stone is heavy, and the sand is heavy, And the anger of a fool Is heavier than they both. Smith's Literal Translation A stone is heavy and sand a burden, and the wrath of the foolish one heavy more than they two. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleA stone is heavy, and sand weighty: but the anger of a fool is heavier than them both. Catholic Public Domain Version A stone is weighty, and sand is burdensome; but the wrath of the foolish is heavier than both. New American Bible Stone is heavy, and sand a burden, but a fool’s provocation is heavier than both. New Revised Standard Version A stone is heavy, and sand is weighty, but a fool’s provocation is heavier than both. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleA stone is heavy and sand is weighty; but a fool's wrath is heavier than both. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Stone is heavy and sand is weighty, and the wrath of the fool is heavier than both. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917A stone is heavy, and the sand weighty; But a fool's vexation is heavier than they both. Brenton Septuagint Translation A stone is heavy, and sand cumbersome; but a fool's wrath is heavier than both. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Do not Boast about Tomorrow…2Let another praise you, and not your own mouth—a stranger, and not your own lips. 3A stone is heavy and sand is a burden, but aggravation from a fool outweighs them both. 4Wrath is cruel and anger is like a flood, but who can withstand jealousy?… Cross References 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.” James 3:6-8 The tongue also is a fire, a world of wickedness among the parts of the body. It pollutes the whole person, sets the course of his life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell. / All kinds of animals, birds, reptiles, and creatures of the sea are being tamed and have been tamed by man, / but no man can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison. Ecclesiastes 7:9 Do not be quickly provoked in your spirit, for anger settles in the lap of a fool. Ephesians 4:31-32 Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, outcry and slander, along with every form of malice. / Be kind and tenderhearted to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave you. Colossians 3:8 But now you must put aside all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips. Psalm 37:8 Refrain from anger and abandon wrath; do not fret—it can only bring harm. Romans 12:19-21 Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but leave room for God’s wrath. For it is written: “Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, says the Lord.” / On the contrary, “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him a drink. For in so doing, you will heap burning coals on his head.” / Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. Galatians 5:19-21 The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity, and debauchery; / idolatry and sorcery; hatred, discord, jealousy, and rage; rivalries, divisions, factions, / and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God. 1 Peter 2:1 Rid yourselves, therefore, of all malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander. Proverbs 15:1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. Proverbs 19:11 A man’s insight gives him patience, and his virtue is to overlook an offense. Proverbs 16:32 He who is slow to anger is better than a warrior, and he who controls his temper is greater than one who captures a city. Proverbs 25:28 Like a city whose walls are broken down is a man who does not control his temper. 1 Corinthians 13:4-5 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. / It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no account of wrongs. 2 Timothy 2:24 And a servant of the Lord must not be quarrelsome, but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, and forbearing. Treasury of Scripture A stone is heavy, and the sand weighty; but a fool's wrath is heavier than them both. heavy Proverbs 17:12 Let a bear robbed of her whelps meet a man, rather than a fool in his folly. Genesis 34:25,26 And it came to pass on the third day, when they were sore, that two of the sons of Jacob, Simeon and Levi, Dinah's brethren, took each man his sword, and came upon the city boldly, and slew all the males… Genesis 49:7 Cursed be their anger, for it was fierce; and their wrath, for it was cruel: I will divide them in Jacob, and scatter them in Israel. Jump to Previous Anger Burden Crushing Fool Foolish Fool's Great Greater Heavier Heavy Provocation Sand Stone Vexation Weight Weighty WrathJump to Next Anger Burden Crushing Fool Foolish Fool's Great Greater Heavier Heavy Provocation Sand Stone Vexation Weight Weighty WrathProverbs 27 1. observations of self love5. of true love 11. of care to avoid offenses 23. and of the household care A stone is heavy In biblical times, stones were commonly used for construction and as weights for measuring. The heaviness of a stone is a tangible and universally understood concept, symbolizing something burdensome and difficult to carry. In the Old Testament, stones were often used as memorials or markers, such as the stones set up by Joshua in the Jordan River (Joshua 4:20-24). The weight of a stone can also symbolize the weight of sin or judgment, as seen in the stoning of individuals for certain transgressions (Leviticus 20:2). and sand is a burden but aggravation from a fool outweighs them both Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonTraditionally considered the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. His insights into human behavior and relationships are reflected in this proverb. 2. Fool In the context of Proverbs, a fool is someone who lacks wisdom and understanding, often characterized by their refusal to follow God's ways and their tendency to cause trouble and strife. 3. Stone and Sand These are used metaphorically to describe physical burdens. In ancient times, stones and sand were common materials used in construction and daily life, representing tangible, heavy burdens. Teaching Points The Weight of FoolishnessJust as physical burdens can weigh us down, the emotional and spiritual burden of dealing with a fool can be even more taxing. Recognize the impact that foolish behavior can have on your life and seek wisdom in your interactions. Seek Wisdom in Relationships Surround yourself with wise and godly individuals who uplift and encourage you. Be discerning in your relationships, understanding that the company you keep can influence your spiritual walk. Guard Your Heart Against Aggravation Protect your heart and mind from the aggravation that comes from engaging with foolishness. Practice patience and seek God's guidance in dealing with difficult people. The Importance of Discernment Develop discernment to identify foolish behavior and avoid being drawn into unnecessary conflict. Pray for wisdom to handle challenging situations with grace and understanding.(3) But a fool's wrath is heavier than them both--i.e., harder to bear. (Comp. Ecclesiasticus 12:15.) The "fool" here (evil) is the headstrong, self-willed person. who has never learned to control himself, but bursts out into the maddest rage when crossed.Verse 3. - A stone is heavy, and the sand weighty; literally, heaviness of a stone, weight of the sand. The substantives are more forcible than the corresponding adjectives would be: the versions rather weaken the form of the expression by rendering, Grave est saxum, etc. The quality in the things mentioned is weight, heaviness, ponderosity; that is what we are bidden regard. A fool's wrath is heavier than them both. The ill temper and anger of a headstrong fool, which he vents on those about him, are harder to endure than any material weight is to carry. Ecclus. 22:15, "Sand and salt and a mass of iron are easier to bear than a man without understanding." The previous verse asks, "What is heavier than lead? and what is the name thereof [i.e. of the heavier thing], but a fool?" Job speaks of his grief being heavier than the sand of the sea (Job 6:3). Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew A stoneאֶ֭בֶן (’e·ḇen) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 68: A stone is heavy כֹּֽבֶד־ (kō·ḇeḏ-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3514: Weight, multitude, vehemence and sand הַח֑וֹל (ha·ḥō·wl) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2344: Sand [is] a burden, וְנֵ֣טֶל (wə·nê·ṭel) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5192: Burden, weight but aggravation וְכַ֥עַס (wə·ḵa·‘as) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3708: Vexation, anger from a fool אֱ֝וִ֗יל (’ĕ·wîl) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 191: Foolish outweighs כָּבֵ֥ד (kā·ḇêḏ) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 3515: Heavy them both. מִשְּׁנֵיהֶֽם׃ (miš·šə·nê·hem) Preposition-m | Number - mdc | third person masculine plural Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number) Links Proverbs 27:3 NIVProverbs 27:3 NLT Proverbs 27:3 ESV Proverbs 27:3 NASB Proverbs 27:3 KJV Proverbs 27:3 BibleApps.com Proverbs 27:3 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 27:3 Chinese Bible Proverbs 27:3 French Bible Proverbs 27:3 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 27:3 A stone is heavy and sand (Prov. 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