Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version A discerning son heeds instruction, but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father. New Living Translation Young people who obey the law are wise; those with wild friends bring shame to their parents. English Standard Version The one who keeps the law is a son with understanding, but a companion of gluttons shames his father. Berean Standard Bible A discerning son keeps the law, but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father. King James Bible Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father. New King James Version Whoever keeps the law is a discerning son, But a companion of gluttons shames his father. New American Standard Bible He who keeps the Law is a discerning son, But he who is a companion of gluttons humiliates his father. NASB 1995 He who keeps the law is a discerning son, But he who is a companion of gluttons humiliates his father. NASB 1977 He who keeps the law is a discerning son, But he who is a companion of gluttons humiliates his father. Legacy Standard Bible He who observes the law is a son who understands, But he who befriends gluttons humiliates his father. Amplified Bible He who keeps the law [of God and man] is a wise and discerning son, But he who is a companion of gluttons humiliates his father [and himself]. Christian Standard Bible A discerning son keeps the law, but a companion of gluttons humiliates his father. Holman Christian Standard Bible A discerning son keeps the law, but a companion of gluttons humiliates his father. American Standard Version Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son; But he that is a companion of gluttons shameth his father. Contemporary English Version It makes good sense to obey the Law of God, but you disgrace your parents if you make friends with worthless nobodies. English Revised Version Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of gluttonous men shameth his father. GOD'S WORD® Translation Whoever follows [God's] teachings is a wise son. Whoever associates with gluttons disgraces his father. Good News Translation Young people who obey the law are intelligent. Those who make friends with good-for-nothings are a disgrace to their parents. International Standard Version Whoever keeps the Law is a discerning son, but whoever keeps company with gluttons brings shame to his father. Majority Standard Bible A discerning son keeps the law, but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father. NET Bible The one who keeps the law is a discerning child, but a companion of gluttons brings shame to his parents. New Heart English Bible Whoever keeps the Law is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father. Webster's Bible Translation He who keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father. World English Bible Whoever keeps the law is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionWhoever is keeping the Law is an intelligent son, "" And a friend of gluttons "" Causes his father to blush. Young's Literal Translation Whoso is keeping the law is an intelligent son, And a friend of gluttons, Doth cause his father to blush. Smith's Literal Translation He watching the law a son understanding: and the companion of squanderers will shame his father. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHe that keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that feedeth gluttons, shameth his father. Catholic Public Domain Version Whoever keeps the law is a wise son. But whoever feeds gluttons brings shame to his father. New American Bible Whoever heeds instruction is a wise son, but whoever joins with wastrels disgraces his father. New Revised Standard Version Those who keep the law are wise children, but companions of gluttons shame their parents. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleHe who keeps the law is a wise son; but he who is engaged in vanity shames his father. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated He that keeps the law is an intelligent son and he that serves worthlessness shames his father. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917A wise son observeth the teaching; but he that is a companion of gluttonous men shameth his father. Brenton Septuagint Translation A wise son keeps the law: but he that keeps up debauchery dishonours his father. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Boldness of the Righteous…6Better a poor man who walks with integrity than a rich man whose ways are perverse. 7A discerning son keeps the law, but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father. 8He who increases his wealth by interest and usury lays it up for one who is kind to the poor.… Cross References Proverbs 10:1 The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son grief to his mother. Proverbs 13:1 A wise son heeds his father’s discipline, but a mocker does not listen to rebuke. Proverbs 15:20 A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish man despises his mother. Proverbs 23:24-25 The father of a righteous man will greatly rejoice, and he who fathers a wise son will delight in him. / May your father and mother be glad, and may she who gave you birth rejoice! Proverbs 29:3 A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth. Ephesians 6:1-3 Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. / “Honor your father and mother” (which is the first commandment with a promise), / “that it may go well with you and that you may have a long life on the earth.” Luke 15:11-32 Then Jesus said, “There was a man who had two sons. / The younger son said to him, ‘Father, give me my share of the estate.’ So he divided his property between them. / After a few days, the younger son got everything together and journeyed to a distant country, where he squandered his wealth in wild living. ... 1 Samuel 2:12 Now the sons of Eli were wicked men; they had no regard for the LORD 1 Samuel 8:3 But his sons did not walk in his ways; they turned aside toward dishonest gain, accepting bribes and perverting justice. 2 Timothy 3:2 For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, arrogant, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, Matthew 15:4-6 For God said, ‘Honor your father and mother’ and ‘Anyone who curses his father or mother must be put to death.’ / But you say that if anyone says to his father or mother, ‘Whatever you would have received from me is a gift devoted to God,’ / he need not honor his father or mother with it. Thus you nullify the word of God for the sake of your tradition. Colossians 3:20 Children, obey your parents in everything, for this is pleasing to the Lord. Deuteronomy 21:18-21 If a man has a stubborn and rebellious son who does not obey his father and mother and does not listen to them when disciplined, / his father and mother are to lay hold of him and bring him to the elders of his city, to the gate of his hometown, / and say to the elders, “This son of ours is stubborn and rebellious; he does not obey us. He is a glutton and a drunkard.” ... Exodus 20:12 Honor your father and mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the LORD your God is giving you. 1 Kings 1:6 (His father had never once reprimanded him by saying, “Why do you act this way?” Adonijah was also very handsome, born next after Absalom.) Treasury of Scripture Whoever keeps the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous men shames his father. keepeth Proverbs 2:1 My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee; Proverbs 3:1 My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments: but Proverbs 28:24 Whoso robbeth his father or his mother, and saith, It is no transgression; the same is the companion of a destroyer. Proverbs 19:26 He that wasteth his father, and chaseth away his mother, is a son that causeth shame, and bringeth reproach. Proverbs 23:19-22 Hear thou, my son, and be wise, and guide thine heart in the way… is a companion of riotous men Jump to Previous Blush Cause Companion Company Discerning Disgraces Feasters Friend Gluttonous Gluttons Humiliates Intelligent Keepeth Keeping Keeps Law Observeth Profligates Puts Riotous Shame Shames Teaching WiseJump to Next Blush Cause Companion Company Discerning Disgraces Feasters Friend Gluttonous Gluttons Humiliates Intelligent Keepeth Keeping Keeps Law Observeth Profligates Puts Riotous Shame Shames Teaching WiseProverbs 28 1. general observations of impiety and integrityA discerning son keeps the law A discerning son is one who possesses wisdom and understanding, qualities highly valued in biblical literature. The term "discerning" implies the ability to judge well and make sound decisions. In the context of ancient Israel, keeping the law was central to maintaining a covenant relationship with God. The law, or Torah, was not merely a set of rules but a guide for living a life pleasing to God. This phrase emphasizes the importance of obedience and reverence for God's commandments, reflecting the wisdom literature's broader theme that true wisdom begins with the fear of the Lord (Proverbs 1:7). The discerning son is contrasted with the foolish, who neglects the law, highlighting the moral and spiritual benefits of adherence to God's instructions. but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father Persons / Places / Events 1. Discerning SonRepresents an individual who is wise and prudent, making choices that align with God's commandments. 2. Companion of Gluttons Symbolizes those who indulge in excess and lack self-control, leading to shame and dishonor. 3. Father In this context, the father represents the family or community that is affected by the actions of the son. Teaching Points The Importance of ObedienceA discerning son keeps the law, demonstrating the value of obedience to God's commandments. This obedience is a reflection of wisdom and understanding. Influence of Companions The company we keep can greatly influence our behavior and reputation. Associating with those who indulge in excess can lead to disgrace and dishonor. Honor and Shame Our actions can bring either honor or shame to our family and community. Living a life that aligns with God's principles brings honor, while a life of excess and disobedience brings shame. Self-Control and Discipline The contrast between the discerning son and the companion of gluttons highlights the importance of self-control and discipline in living a life that pleases God. Impact on Family and Community Our choices not only affect us but also those around us. A life of wisdom and obedience can positively impact our family and community.Verse 7. - Whoso keepeth the Law is a wise son. "Law" is torah, as ver. 4; but it seems here to include not only the Decalogue, but also the father's instruction and commands. Such an obedient and prudent son brings honour and joy to a parent's heart (see Proverbs 10:1; Proverbs 29:3). He that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father; literally, he that feedeth, hath fellowship with, gluttons (Proverbs 23:20). The son who herds with debauchers, and wastes his substance in riotous living, brings shame on, wounds, and insults, all connected with him. Such a one transgresses the Law and his father's commands, and brings them into contempt (comp. Proverbs 27:11). Hence the antithesis of the two clauses. Septuagint, "He that cherishes debauchery (ποιμαίνει ἀσωτίαν) dishonours his father." Ἀσωτία occurs only in 2 Macc. 6:4, but is common in the New Testament; e.g., Ephesians 5:18; Titus 1:6. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew A discerningמֵבִ֑ין (mê·ḇîn) Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 995: To separate mentally, understand son בֵּ֣ן (bên) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1121: A son keeps נוֹצֵ֣ר (nō·w·ṣêr) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 5341: To watch, guard, keep the law, תּ֭וֹרָה (tō·w·rāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 8451: Direction, instruction, law but a companion וְרֹעֶה (wə·rō·‘eh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 7462: To tend a, flock, pasture it, in, to graze, to rule, to associate with of gluttons זֽ֝וֹלְלִ֗ים (zō·wl·lîm) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 2151: To shake, to quake, to be loose morally, worthless, prodigal disgraces יַכְלִ֥ים (yaḵ·lîm) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3637: To wound, to taunt, insult his father. אָבִֽיו׃ (’ā·ḇîw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1: Father Links Proverbs 28:7 NIVProverbs 28:7 NLT Proverbs 28:7 ESV Proverbs 28:7 NASB Proverbs 28:7 KJV Proverbs 28:7 BibleApps.com Proverbs 28:7 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 28:7 Chinese Bible Proverbs 28:7 French Bible Proverbs 28:7 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 28:7 Whoever keeps the law is a wise (Prov. 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