Topical Bible: Sin: Fools Mock At

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In the biblical context, the concept of fools mocking at sin is a recurring theme that underscores the folly and spiritual blindness of those who dismiss or trivialize the seriousness of sin. The Bible, particularly in the wisdom literature, contrasts the attitudes of the wise and the foolish, often highlighting the fool's disregard for moral and spiritual truths.

Proverbs 14:9 is a key verse that addresses this theme directly: "Fools mock the making of amends, but goodwill is found among the upright" . This verse illustrates the fool's disdain for repentance and reconciliation, which are essential aspects of dealing with sin. The fool's mockery is not merely a lack of understanding but a willful rejection of the moral order established by God.

The fool's attitude towards sin is further elaborated in the broader context of Proverbs. The book frequently contrasts the wise, who fear the Lord and shun evil, with fools, who despise wisdom and instruction (Proverbs 1:7). This disdain for divine wisdom leads fools to treat sin lightly, often resulting in destructive consequences for themselves and others.

In the New Testament, the apostle Paul echoes this sentiment in his letters. In 1 Corinthians 1:18, he writes, "For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God" . Here, the mockery of sin is linked to a broader rejection of the gospel message. The cross, which represents the ultimate remedy for sin, is dismissed as foolishness by those who do not recognize their need for salvation.

The mockery of sin by fools is not only a personal failing but also a societal issue. In Psalm 1:1, the psalmist warns against walking "in the counsel of the wicked, nor stand in the way of sinners, nor sit in the seat of mockers" . This progression from walking to standing to sitting suggests an increasing entrenchment in sinful behavior and attitudes, culminating in mockery.

The Bible also provides examples of individuals who embody this foolish attitude. In the Old Testament, figures like Nabal, whose name means "fool," exemplify the mockery of sin through their actions and words (1 Samuel 25). Nabal's refusal to acknowledge David's kindness and his subsequent downfall serve as a cautionary tale about the dangers of mocking righteousness and sin.

In summary, the biblical portrayal of fools who mock at sin serves as a stark warning against the trivialization of moral and spiritual truths. It highlights the importance of recognizing the gravity of sin and the necessity of repentance and reconciliation with God. Through the wisdom literature and the teachings of the New Testament, believers are called to embrace a life of wisdom, marked by a reverence for God and a sincere acknowledgment of sin's seriousness.

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Proverbs 14:9
Fools make a mock at sin: but among the righteous there is favor.
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Sin the Mocker
... THE PROVERBS SIN THE MOCKER. 'Fools make a mock at sin; but among the
righteous there is favour.'"Proverbs 14, 9. The wisdom of ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture g/sin the mocker.htm

A Caution to Stir up to Watch against Sin
... Fools make a mock at SIN, will not believe, It carries such a dagger in its sleeve;
How can it be (say they) that such a thing, So full of sweet, should ever ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/a caution to stir up.htm

Scriptures Showing the Sin and Danger of Joining with Wicked and ...
... the judicatory; and then out of doors it contradicts itself, as in the mock repentances. ...
And they also beguile others, ver.8. Sin makes fools agree: but ...
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A Startling Statement
... There are very many passages of Scripture which ought to be read in connection with
this text; as for example, "Fools make a mock at sin" (Proverbs 14:9), for ...
//christianbookshelf.org/chapman/and judas iscariot/a startling statement.htm

Of Lying Defamation.
... or advance himself by it: and thought it pass among some for a specimen of Wit,
yet it really lifts them among Solomon's fools who make a mock at sin, Prov.14.9 ...
/.../allestree/the government of the tongue/section v of lying defamation.htm

Wisdom's Call
... whisper, which believes the false promises of sin, and as ... Next come 'scorners,' who
mock at good ... unceremoniously set down by divine wisdom as fools; and surely ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture g/wisdoms call.htm

The Intercession of Christ
... Fools make mock of sin (Proverbs 14:9) . But they will not think lightly of it,
who duly consider the majesty, authority, and goodness of Him, against whom it ...
/.../newton/messiah vol 2/sermon xlvii the intercession of.htm

Labors in a New Field
... During my discourse, I said, "Fools make a mock at sin, but who is it that mocks
God?" "No fools, no tun. You know that too," cried one of the men. ...
/.../cole/trials and triumphs of faith/chapter xi labors in a.htm

Mirage or Lake
... 'Sin makes a mock of fools.' How seldom are hopes fulfilled, and how still less
frequently are they, when fulfilled, as good as we painted them! ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture h/mirage or lake.htm

The Clean and the Unclean
... Fools make a mock of sin. You laugh at it now; you do not understand what
a fire it is that you have kindled to consume your soul! Oh! ...
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