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those with wild friends bring shame to their parents.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/28.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />The one who keeps the law is a son with understanding, but a companion of gluttons shames his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/28.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />A discerning son keeps the law, but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/28.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Whoso keepeth the law <i>is</i> a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous <i>men</i> shameth his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/28.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Whoever keeps the law <i>is</i> a discerning son, But a companion of gluttons shames his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/28.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />He who keeps the Law is a discerning son, But he who is a companion of gluttons humiliates his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/28.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />He who keeps the law is a discerning son, But he who is a companion of gluttons humiliates his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/28.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />He who keeps the law is a discerning son, But he who is a companion of gluttons humiliates his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/28.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />He who observes the law is a son who understands, But he who befriends gluttons humiliates his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/28.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />He who keeps the law [of God and man] is a wise <i>and</i> discerning son, But he who is a companion of gluttons humiliates his father [and himself].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/28.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A discerning son keeps the law, but a companion of gluttons humiliates his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/28.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A discerning son keeps the law, but a companion of gluttons humiliates his father. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/28.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son; But he that is a companion of gluttons shameth his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/28.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />It makes good sense to obey the Law of God, but you disgrace your parents if you make friends with worthless nobodies. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/28.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Whoso keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of gluttonous men shameth his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/28.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Whoever follows [God's] teachings is a wise son. Whoever associates with gluttons disgraces his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/28.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Young people who obey the law are intelligent. Those who make friends with good-for-nothings are a disgrace to their parents. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/28.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Whoever keeps the Law is a discerning son, but whoever keeps company with gluttons brings shame to his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/28.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />A discerning son keeps the law, but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/28.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The one who keeps the law is a discerning child, but a companion of gluttons brings shame to his parents. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/28.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Whoever keeps the Law is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/28.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />He who keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/28.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Whoever keeps the law is a wise son; but he who is a companion of gluttons shames his father. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/28.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Whoever is keeping the Law is an intelligent son, "" And a friend of gluttons "" Causes his father to blush.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/28.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Whoso is keeping the law is an intelligent son, And a friend of gluttons, Doth cause his father to blush.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/28.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />He watching the law a son understanding: and the companion of squanderers will shame his father.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/28.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />He that keepeth the law is a wise son: but he that feedeth gluttons, shameth his father. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/28.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Whoever keeps the law is a wise son. But whoever feeds gluttons brings shame to his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/28.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Whoever heeds instruction is a wise son, but whoever joins with wastrels disgraces his father. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/28.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Those who keep the law are wise children, but companions of gluttons shame their parents.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/28.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />He who keeps the law is a wise son; but he who is engaged in vanity shames his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/28.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />He that keeps the law is an intelligent son and he that serves worthlessness shames his father.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/28.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />A wise son observeth the teaching; but he that is a companion of gluttonous men shameth his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/28.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />A wise son keeps the law: but he that keeps up debauchery dishonours his father.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/28-7.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=5735" 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/28.htm">The Boldness of the Righteous</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">6</span>Better a poor man who walks with integrity than a rich man whose ways are perverse. <span class="reftext">7</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/995.htm" title="995: mê·ḇîn (V-Hifil-Prtcpl-ms) -- To discern. A primitive root; to separate mentally, i.e.(generally) understand.">A discerning</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: bên (N-ms) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">son</a> <a href="/hebrew/5341.htm" title="5341: nō·w·ṣêr (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To watch, guard, keep. A primitive root; to guard, in a good sense Or a bad one.">keeps</a> <a href="/hebrew/8451.htm" title="8451: tō·w·rāh (N-fs) -- Direction, instruction, law. Or torah; from yarah; a precept or statute, especially the Decalogue or Pentateuch.">the law,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7462.htm" title="7462: wə·rō·‘eh (Conj-w:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- A primitive root; to tend a flock; i.e. Pasture it; intransitively, to graze; generally to rule; by extension, to associate with.">but a companion</a> <a href="/hebrew/2151.htm" title="2151: zō·wl·lîm (V-Qal-Prtcpl-mp) -- A primitive root; to shake, i.e. To quake; figuratively, to be loose morally, worthless or prodigal.">of gluttons</a> <a href="/hebrew/3637.htm" title="3637: yaḵ·lîm (V-Hifil-Imperf-3ms) -- To be humiliated. A primitive root; properly, to wound; but only figuratively, to taunt or insult.">disgraces</a> <a href="/hebrew/1.htm" title="1: ’ā·ḇîw (N-msc:: 3ms) -- Father. A primitive word; father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application).">his father.</a> </span><span class="reftext">8</span>He who increases his wealth by interest and usury lays it up for one who is kind to the poor.…<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="/proverbs/10-1.htm">Proverbs 10:1</a></span><br />The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son grief to his mother.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/13-1.htm">Proverbs 13:1</a></span><br />A wise son heeds his father’s discipline, but a mocker does not listen to rebuke.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/15-20.htm">Proverbs 15:20</a></span><br />A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish man despises his mother.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/23-24.htm">Proverbs 23:24-25</a></span><br />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!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/29-3.htm">Proverbs 29:3</a></span><br />A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><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="/luke/15-11.htm">Luke 15:11-32</a></span><br />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. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/2-12.htm">1 Samuel 2:12</a></span><br />Now the sons of Eli were wicked men; they had no regard for the LORD<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/8-3.htm">1 Samuel 8:3</a></span><br />But his sons did not walk in his ways; they turned aside toward dishonest gain, accepting bribes and perverting justice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/3-2.htm">2 Timothy 3:2</a></span><br />For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, arrogant, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/15-4.htm">Matthew 15:4-6</a></span><br />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.<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="/deuteronomy/21-18.htm">Deuteronomy 21:18-21</a></span><br />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.” ...<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="/1_kings/1-6.htm">1 Kings 1:6</a></span><br />(His father had never once reprimanded him by saying, “Why do you act this way?” Adonijah was also very handsome, born next after Absalom.)</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Whoever keeps the law is a wise son: but he that is a companion of riotous men shames his father.</p><p class="hdg">keepeth</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/2-1.htm">Proverbs 2:1</a></b></br> My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee;</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/3-1.htm">Proverbs 3:1</a></b></br> My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments:</p><p class="hdg">but</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/28-24.htm">Proverbs 28:24</a></b></br> Whoso robbeth his father or his mother, and saith, <i>It is</i> no transgression; the same <i>is</i> the companion of a destroyer.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/19-26.htm">Proverbs 19:26</a></b></br> He that wasteth <i>his</i> father, <i>and</i> chaseth away <i>his</i> mother, <i>is</i> a son that causeth shame, and bringeth reproach.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/23-19.htm">Proverbs 23:19-22</a></b></br> Hear thou, my son, and be wise, and guide thine heart in the way… </p><p class="hdg">is a companion of riotous men </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/25-8.htm">Blush</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-28.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-20.htm">Companion</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-24.htm">Company</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-25.htm">Discerning</a> <a href="/leviticus/21-9.htm">Disgraces</a> <a href="/isaiah/5-14.htm">Feasters</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-17.htm">Friend</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-20.htm">Gluttonous</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-21.htm">Gluttons</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-8.htm">Humiliates</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-2.htm">Intelligent</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-18.htm">Keepeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-4.htm">Keeping</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-18.htm">Keeps</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-4.htm">Law</a> <a href="/psalms/107-43.htm">Observeth</a> <a href="/2_timothy/3-3.htm">Profligates</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-13.htm">Puts</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-20.htm">Riotous</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-11.htm">Shame</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-8.htm">Shames</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-32.htm">Teaching</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-11.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/isaiah/1-29.htm">Blush</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-17.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-24.htm">Companion</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-3.htm">Company</a> <a href="/isaiah/29-14.htm">Discerning</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-15.htm">Disgraces</a> <a href="/isaiah/5-13.htm">Feasters</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-3.htm">Friend</a> <a href="/matthew/11-19.htm">Gluttonous</a> <a href="/titus/1-12.htm">Gluttons</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-8.htm">Humiliates</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-11.htm">Intelligent</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-3.htm">Keepeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-18.htm">Keeping</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-13.htm">Keeps</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-9.htm">Law</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/11-4.htm">Observeth</a> <a href="/2_timothy/3-3.htm">Profligates</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-25.htm">Puts</a> <a href="/luke/15-13.htm">Riotous</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-15.htm">Shame</a> <a href="/jude/1-13.htm">Shames</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-3.htm">Teaching</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-11.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 28</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/28-1.htm">general observations of impiety and integrity</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'; 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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 (<a href="/proverbs/1-7.htm">Proverbs 1:7</a>). The discerning son is contrasted with the foolish, who neglects the law, highlighting the moral and spiritual benefits of adherence to God's instructions.<p><b>but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father</b><br>The term "companion of gluttons" refers to those who indulge excessively in food and drink, often associated with a lack of self-control and moral decay. In the cultural context of the ancient Near East, gluttony was seen as a vice that led to other sins, such as laziness and drunkenness. Associating with such individuals was considered shameful and brought dishonor to one's family, particularly the father, who was the head of the household. This phrase underscores the biblical principle that one's associations can influence one's character and reputation (<a href="/1_corinthians/15-33.htm">1 Corinthians 15:33</a>). The disgrace brought upon the father reflects the communal nature of honor and shame in ancient societies, where individual actions impacted the entire family. This serves as a warning to choose companions wisely, aligning with the broader biblical teaching on the importance of righteous living and the consequences of folly.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/d/discerning_son.htm">Discerning Son</a></b><br>Represents an individual who is wise and prudent, making choices that align with God's commandments.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/c/companion_of_gluttons.htm">Companion of Gluttons</a></b><br>Symbolizes those who indulge in excess and lack self-control, leading to shame and dishonor.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/f/father.htm">Father</a></b><br>In this context, the father represents the family or community that is affected by the actions of the son.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_obedience.htm">The Importance of Obedience</a></b><br>A discerning son keeps the law, demonstrating the value of obedience to God's commandments. This obedience is a reflection of wisdom and understanding.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/i/influence_of_companions.htm">Influence of Companions</a></b><br>The company we keep can greatly influence our behavior and reputation. Associating with those who indulge in excess can lead to disgrace and dishonor.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/honor_and_shame.htm">Honor and Shame</a></b><br>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.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/self-control_and_discipline.htm">Self-Control and Discipline</a></b><br>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.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/i/impact_on_family_and_community.htm">Impact on Family and Community</a></b><br>Our choices not only affect us but also those around us. A life of wisdom and obedience can positively impact our family and community.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_28.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 28</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_gluttony_considered_sinful.htm">Is gluttony considered sinful?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_gospel_of_jesus'_wife.htm">What role does silence play in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_1_tim_6_20-21_warn_against_false_knowledge.htm">Why does 1 Timothy 6:20-21 specifically caution against 'what is falsely called knowledge,' and how might this be seen as disparaging intellectual pursuit or scientific inquiry?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_proverbs_4_1_ignore_bad_guidance.htm">Does the call to heed a father's instruction in Proverbs 4:1 ignore the possibility of flawed or harmful parental guidance?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/28.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 7.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Whoso keepeth the Law is a wise son</span>. "Law" is <span class="accented">torah</span>, 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 <a href="/proverbs/10-1.htm">Proverbs 10:1</a>; <a href="/proverbs/29-3.htm">Proverbs 29:3</a>). <span class="cmt_word">He that is a companion of riotous men shameth his father;</span> literally, <span class="accented">he</span> <span class="accented">that feedeth</span>, <span class="accented">hath fellowship with</span>, <span class="accented">gluttons</span> (<a href="/proverbs/23-20.htm">Proverbs 23:20</a>). 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. <a href="/proverbs/27-11.htm">Proverbs 27:11</a>). Hence the antithesis of the two clauses. Septuagint, "He that cherishes debauchery (<span class="greek">ποιμαίνει ἀσωτίαν</span>) dishonours his father." <span class="greek">Ἀσωτία</span> occurs only in 2 Macc. 6:4, but is common in the New Testament; <span class="accented">e.g.</span>, <a href="/ephesians/5-18.htm">Ephesians 5:18</a>; <a href="/titus/1-6.htm">Titus 1:6</a>. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/28-7.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">A discerning</span><br /><span class="heb">מֵבִ֑ין</span> <span class="translit">(mê·ḇîn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_995.htm">Strong's 995: </a> </span><span class="str2">To separate mentally, understand</span><br /><br /><span class="word">son</span><br /><span class="heb">בֵּ֣ן</span> <span class="translit">(bên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">keeps</span><br /><span class="heb">נוֹצֵ֣ר</span> <span class="translit">(nō·w·ṣêr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5341.htm">Strong's 5341: </a> </span><span class="str2">To watch, guard, keep</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the law,</span><br /><span class="heb">תּ֭וֹרָה</span> <span class="translit">(tō·w·rāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8451.htm">Strong's 8451: </a> </span><span class="str2">Direction, instruction, law</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but a companion</span><br /><span class="heb">וְרֹעֶה</span> <span class="translit">(wə·rō·‘eh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7462.htm">Strong's 7462: </a> </span><span class="str2">To tend a, flock, pasture it, in, to graze, to rule, to associate with</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of gluttons</span><br /><span class="heb">זֽ֝וֹלְלִ֗ים</span> <span class="translit">(zō·wl·lîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2151.htm">Strong's 2151: </a> </span><span class="str2">To shake, to quake, to be loose morally, worthless, prodigal</span><br /><br /><span class="word">disgraces</span><br /><span class="heb">יַכְלִ֥ים</span> <span class="translit">(yaḵ·lîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3637.htm">Strong's 3637: </a> </span><span class="str2">To wound, to taunt, insult</span><br /><br /><span class="word">his father.</span><br /><span class="heb">אָבִֽיו׃</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·ḇîw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third 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 /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/28-7.htm">Proverbs 28:7 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/28-7.htm">Proverbs 28:7 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/28-7.htm">Proverbs 28:7 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/28-7.htm">Proverbs 28:7 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/28-7.htm">Proverbs 28:7 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/28-7.htm">Proverbs 28:7 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/28-7.htm">Proverbs 28:7 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/28-7.htm">Proverbs 28:7 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/28-7.htm">Proverbs 28:7 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/28-7.htm">Proverbs 28:7 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/28-7.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 28:7 Whoever keeps the law is a wise (Prov. 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