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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/proverbs/23.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/proverbs/23.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Listen to your father, who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/23.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Listen to your father, who gave you life, and don’t despise your mother when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/23.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Listen to your father who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/23.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Listen to your father who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/23.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Hearken unto thy father that begat thee, and despise not thy mother when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/23.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Listen to your father who begot you, And do not despise your mother when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/23.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Listen to your father, who fathered you, And do not despise your mother when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/23.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Listen to your father who begot you, And do not despise your mother when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/23.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Listen to your father who begot you, And do not despise your mother when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/23.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Listen to your father who begot you, And do not despise your mother when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/23.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Listen to your father, who sired you, And do not despise your mother when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/23.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Listen to your father who gave you life, and don’t despise your mother when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/23.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Listen to your father who gave you life, and don&#8217t despise your mother when she is old. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/23.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Hearken unto thy father that begat thee, And despise not thy mother when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/23.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Pay attention to your father, and don't neglect your mother when she grows old. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/23.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Hearken unto thy father that begat thee, and despise not thy mother when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/23.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Listen to your father since you are his son, and do not despise your mother because she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/23.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Listen to your father; without him you would not exist. When your mother is old, show her your appreciation. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/23.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Listen to the one who fathered you, and don't despise your mother in her old age.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/23.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Listen to your father who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/23.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Listen to your father who begot you, and do not despise your mother when she is old. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/23.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Listen to your father who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/23.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Hearken to thy father that begat thee, and despise not thy mother when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/23.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Listen to your father who gave you life, and don’t despise your mother when she is old. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/23.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Listen to your father, who begot you, "" And do not despise your mother when she has become old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/23.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Hearken to thy father, who begat thee, And despise not thy mother when she hath become old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/23.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Hear to thy father that begat thee, and thou shalt not despise thy mother when growing old.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/23.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Hearken to thy father, that beget thee: and despise not thy mother when she is old. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/23.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Listen to your father, who conceived you. And do not despise your mother, when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/23.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Listen to your father who begot you, do not despise your mother when she is old. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/23.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Listen to your father who begot you, and do not despise your mother when she is old.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/23.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Listen to your father who begot you, and do not despise your mother when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/23.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Hear your father who begot you and do not despise the old age of your mother.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/23.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Hearken unto thy father that begot thee, And despise not thy mother when she is old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/23.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Hearken, <i>my</i> son, to thy father which begot thee, and despise not <i>thy mother</i> because she is grown old.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/23-22.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=4724" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/23.htm">True Riches</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">21</span>For the drunkard and the glutton will come to poverty, and drowsiness will clothe them in rags. <span class="reftext">22</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/8085.htm" title="8085: šə·ma‘ (V-Qal-Imp-ms) -- To hear. A primitive root; to hear intelligently.">Listen</a> <a href="/hebrew/1.htm" title="1: lə·’ā·ḇî·ḵā (Prep-l:: N-msc:: 2ms) -- Father. A primitive word; father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application).">to your father</a> <a href="/hebrew/2088.htm" title="2088: zeh (Pro-ms) -- This, here. A primitive word; the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that.">who</a> <a href="/hebrew/3205.htm" title="3205: yə·lā·ḏe·ḵā (V-Qal-Perf-3ms:: 2ms) -- A primitive root; to bear young; causatively, to beget; medically, to act as midwife; specifically, to show lineage.">gave you life,</a> <a href="/hebrew/408.htm" title="408: wə·’al- (Conj-w:: Adv) -- Not (a subjective neg.). A negative particle; not; once as a noun, nothing.">and do not</a> <a href="/hebrew/936.htm" title="936: tā·ḇūz (V-Qal-Imperf-2ms) -- To despise. A primitive root; to disrespect.">despise</a> <a href="/hebrew/517.htm" title="517: ’im·me·ḵā (N-fsc:: 2ms) -- A mother. A primitive word; a mother; in a wide sense (like 'ab).">your mother</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">when</a> <a href="/hebrew/2204.htm" title="2204: zā·qə·nāh (V-Qal-Perf-3fs) -- To be or become old. A primitive root; to be old.">she is old.</a> </span><span class="reftext">23</span>Invest in truth and never sell it—in wisdom and instruction and understanding.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/6-1.htm">Ephesians 6:1-3</a></span><br />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.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/20-12.htm">Exodus 20:12</a></span><br />Honor your father and mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the LORD your God is giving you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/5-16.htm">Deuteronomy 5:16</a></span><br />Honor your father and your mother, as the LORD your God has commanded you, so that your days may be long and that it may go well with you in the land that the LORD your God is giving you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-20.htm">Colossians 3:20</a></span><br />Children, obey your parents in everything, for this is pleasing to the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/1-8.htm">Proverbs 1:8</a></span><br />Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction, and do not forsake the teaching of your mother.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/6-20.htm">Proverbs 6:20</a></span><br />My son, keep your father’s commandment, and do not forsake your mother’s teaching.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/15-4.htm">Matthew 15:4</a></span><br />For God said, ‘Honor your father and mother’ and ‘Anyone who curses his father or mother must be put to death.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/7-10.htm">Mark 7:10</a></span><br />For Moses said, ‘Honor your father and your mother’ and ‘Anyone who curses his father or mother must be put to death.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/leviticus/19-3.htm">Leviticus 19:3</a></span><br />Each of you must respect his mother and father, and you must keep My Sabbaths. I am the LORD your God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/15-5.htm">Proverbs 15:5</a></span><br />A fool rejects his father’s discipline, but whoever heeds correction is prudent.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/19-26.htm">Proverbs 19:26</a></span><br />He who assaults his father or evicts his mother is a son who brings shame and disgrace.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/5-4.htm">1 Timothy 5:4</a></span><br />But if a widow has children or grandchildren, they must first learn to show godliness to their own family and repay their parents, for this is pleasing in the sight of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/30-17.htm">Proverbs 30:17</a></span><br />As for the eye that mocks a father and scorns obedience to a mother, may the ravens of the valley pluck it out and young vultures devour it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/2-51.htm">Luke 2:51</a></span><br />Then He went down to Nazareth with them and was obedient to them. But His mother treasured up all these things in her heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/28-7.htm">Genesis 28:7</a></span><br />and that Jacob had obeyed his father and mother and gone to Paddan-aram.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Listen to your father that begat you, and despise not your mother when she is old.</p><p class="hdg">hearken</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/1-8.htm">Proverbs 1:8</a></b></br> My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/6-20.htm">Proverbs 6:20</a></b></br> My son, keep thy father's commandment, and forsake not the law of thy mother:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/deuteronomy/21-18.htm">Deuteronomy 21:18-21</a></b></br> If a man have a stubborn and rebellious son, which will not obey the voice of his father, or the voice of his mother, and <i>that</i>, when they have chastened him, will not hearken unto them: … </p><p class="hdg">despise</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/30-11.htm">Proverbs 30:11</a></b></br> <i>There is</i> a generation <i>that</i> curseth their father, and doth not bless their mother.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/leviticus/19-3.htm">Leviticus 19:3</a></b></br> Ye shall fear every man his mother, and his father, and keep my sabbaths: I <i>am</i> the LORD your God.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/15-4.htm">Matthew 15:4-6</a></b></br> For God commanded, saying, Honour thy father and mother: and, He that curseth father or mother, let him die the death… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/nehemiah/12-11.htm">Begat</a> <a href="/nehemiah/12-11.htm">Begot</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-13.htm">Child</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-9.htm">Despise</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-19.htm">Ear</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-32.htm">Hearken</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-4.htm">Honour</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-14.htm">Life</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-20.htm">Mother</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/jeremiah/16-3.htm">Begat</a> <a href="/jeremiah/16-3.htm">Begot</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-24.htm">Child</a> <a href="/songs/8-1.htm">Despise</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-12.htm">Ear</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-12.htm">Hearken</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-2.htm">Honour</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-12.htm">Life</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-25.htm">Mother</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 23</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/23-1.htm">Consider carefully what is before you</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/23.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/proverbs/23.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Listen to your father who gave you life</b><br>This phrase emphasizes the importance of heeding parental guidance, particularly from the father, who is traditionally seen as the head of the family in biblical times. The father’s role in providing life is both biological and spiritual, as he is responsible for teaching and guiding his children in the ways of the Lord (<a href="/deuteronomy/6-6.htm">Deuteronomy 6:6-7</a>). The call to "listen" suggests an active engagement and respect for the wisdom and experience that the father imparts. This aligns with the broader biblical theme of honoring one's parents, as seen in the Ten Commandments (<a href="/exodus/20-12.htm">Exodus 20:12</a>). The patriarchal society of ancient Israel placed significant emphasis on the father's authority, reflecting the cultural context in which this proverb was written.<p><b>and do not despise your mother when she is old</b><br>This part of the verse highlights the enduring respect and care that should be afforded to one's mother, especially as she ages. In ancient Near Eastern cultures, the family unit was central, and caring for elderly parents was a fundamental duty. The term "despise" indicates a warning against neglect or contempt, which can arise as parents become more dependent. The Bible consistently upholds the value of honoring one's mother, as seen in passages like <a href="/leviticus/19-3.htm">Leviticus 19:3</a> and <a href="/ephesians/6-2.htm">Ephesians 6:2</a>. The reference to the mother "when she is old" underscores the lifelong nature of this respect, reflecting the biblical principle of caring for the vulnerable and maintaining family integrity. This also prefigures the care Jesus showed for His own mother, Mary, ensuring her well-being even as He was on the cross (<a href="/john/19-26.htm">John 19:26-27</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/f/father.htm">Father</a></b><br>Represents the paternal figure who provides guidance, wisdom, and life. In the context of ancient Israel, the father was often seen as the head of the household and a primary source of instruction.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/m/mother.htm">Mother</a></b><br>Symbolizes the maternal figure who nurtures and cares for her children. The verse emphasizes the importance of respecting and valuing her, especially in her old age.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was known for his wisdom and his role as a king of Israel. His writings often focus on practical wisdom and moral teachings.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/a/ancient_israel.htm">Ancient Israel</a></b><br>The cultural and historical context in which the Proverbs were written, where family structures and respect for parents were foundational societal values.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom_literature.htm">Wisdom Literature</a></b><br>Proverbs is part of the wisdom literature in the Bible, which includes teachings on how to live a life pleasing to God through practical and moral instruction.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_listening.htm">The Importance of Listening</a></b><br>Listening to parents is a form of honoring them and acknowledging their role in our lives. It reflects humility and a willingness to learn from their experiences.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/respect_for_the_elderly.htm">Respect for the Elderly</a></b><br>As parents age, they deserve respect and care. This respect is a reflection of our gratitude for their sacrifices and contributions to our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_parents_in_godly_wisdom.htm">The Role of Parents in Godly Wisdom</a></b><br>Parents are often the first teachers of God's wisdom. Valuing their guidance aligns with seeking God's wisdom in our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/i/intergenerational_relationships.htm">Intergenerational Relationships</a></b><br>Healthy relationships between generations are vital for the transmission of values and faith. This verse encourages fostering such relationships.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/practical_obedience_to_god's_commands.htm">Practical Obedience to God's Commands</a></b><br>Obeying the command to honor parents is a practical expression of our faith and obedience to God.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_23.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 23</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/do_you_respect_and_honor_your_parents.htm">Do you respect and honor your parents?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_elder_care.htm">What guidance does the Bible offer on elder care?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_honoring_parents_affect_longevity.htm">Deuteronomy 5:16 commands honoring parents to prolong life; how does this align with modern understandings of longevity and health? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_did_jesus_say_to_hate_our_parents.htm">Why did Jesus say to hate our parents?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/23.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verses 22-25.</span> - An octastich, containing an earnest exhortation to the disciple. <span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 22.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">That begat thee.</span> This is a claim on the attention and obedience of the son. <span class="cmt_word">When she is old.</span> When old age with its consequent infirmities comes upon thy mother, despise her not, but rather thank God for giving her long life, and profit by her love and long experience (comp. Ecclus. 3:1, etc., where the exhortation to honour parents is very full and touching). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/23-22.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Listen</span><br /><span class="heb">שְׁמַ֣ע</span> <span class="translit">(šə·ma‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8085.htm">Strong's 8085: </a> </span><span class="str2">To hear intelligently</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to your father</span><br /><span class="heb">לְ֭אָבִיךָ</span> <span class="translit">(lə·’ā·ḇî·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1.htm">Strong's 1: </a> </span><span class="str2">Father</span><br /><br /><span class="word">who</span><br /><span class="heb">זֶ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(zeh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2088.htm">Strong's 2088: </a> </span><span class="str2">This, that</span><br /><br /><span class="word">gave you life,</span><br /><span class="heb">יְלָדֶ֑ךָ</span> <span class="translit">(yə·lā·ḏe·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3205.htm">Strong's 3205: </a> </span><span class="str2">To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and do not</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאַל־</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’al-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_408.htm">Strong's 408: </a> </span><span class="str2">Not</span><br /><br /><span class="word">despise</span><br /><span class="heb">תָּ֝ב֗וּז</span> <span class="translit">(tā·ḇūz)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_936.htm">Strong's 936: </a> </span><span class="str2">To disrespect</span><br /><br /><span class="word">your mother</span><br /><span class="heb">אִמֶּֽךָ׃</span> <span class="translit">(’im·me·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_517.htm">Strong's 517: </a> </span><span class="str2">A mother, )</span><br /><br /><span class="word">when</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּֽי־</span> <span class="translit">(kî-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">she is old.</span><br /><span class="heb">זָקְנָ֥ה</span> <span class="translit">(zā·qə·nāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2204.htm">Strong's 2204: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be or become old</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/23-22.htm">Proverbs 23:22 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/23-22.htm">Proverbs 23:22 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/23-22.htm">Proverbs 23:22 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/23-22.htm">Proverbs 23:22 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/23-22.htm">Proverbs 23:22 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/23-22.htm">Proverbs 23:22 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/23-22.htm">Proverbs 23:22 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/23-22.htm">Proverbs 23:22 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/23-22.htm">Proverbs 23:22 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/23-22.htm">Proverbs 23:22 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/23-22.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 23:22 Listen to your father who gave you (Prov. 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