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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/proverbs/19.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/19.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Penalties are prepared for mockers, and beatings for the backs of fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/19.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Punishment is made for mockers, and the backs of fools are made to be beaten.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/19.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Condemnation is ready for scoffers, and beating for the backs of fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/19.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Judgments are prepared for mockers, and beatings for the backs of fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/19.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Judgments are prepared for scorners, and stripes for the back of fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/19.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Judgments are prepared for scoffers, And beatings for the backs of fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/19.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Judgments are prepared for scoffers, And beatings for the backs of fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/19.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Judgments are prepared for scoffers, And blows for the back of fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/19.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Judgments are prepared for scoffers, And blows for the back of fools. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/19.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Judgments are established for scoffers, And beatings for the back of fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/19.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Judgments are prepared for scoffers, And beatings for the backs of [thickheaded] fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/19.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Judgments are prepared for mockers, and beatings for the backs of fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/19.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Judgments are prepared for mockers, and beatings for the backs of fools. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/19.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Judgments are prepared for scoffers, And stripes for the back of fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/19.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />A stupid fool should expect to be punished. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/19.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Judgments are prepared for scorners, and stripes for the back of fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/19.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Punishments are set for mockers and beatings for the backs of fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/19.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />A conceited fool is sure to get a beating. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/19.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Condemnation is appropriate for mockers, just as beatings are for the backs of fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/19.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Judgments are prepared for mockers, and beatings for the backs of fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/19.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Judgments are prepared for scorners, and floggings for the backs of fools. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/19.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Penalties are prepared for scoffers, and beatings for the backs of fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/19.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Judgments are prepared for scorners, and stripes for the back of fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/19.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Penalties are prepared for scoffers, and beatings for the backs of fools. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/19.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Judgments have been prepared for scorners, "" And stripes for the back of fools!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/19.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Judgments have been prepared for scorners, And stripes for the back of fools!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/19.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Judgment was prepared for those mocking, and blows for the back of the foolish.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/19.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Judgments are prepared for scorners: and striking hammers for the bodies of fools. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/19.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Judgments are prepared for those who ridicule. And striking hammers are prepared for the bodies of the foolish.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/19.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Rods are prepared for scoffers, and blows for the backs of fools. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/19.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Condemnation is ready for scoffers, and flogging for the backs of fools.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/19.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Grief is prepared for those who scoff at justice, and a scourge for foolish people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/19.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Pains are prepared for those that are loud in judgment, and affliction for foolish people. <div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/19.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Judgments are prepared for scorners, And stripes for the back of fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/19.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Scourges are preparing for the intemperate, and punishments likewise for fools.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/19-29.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=3916" 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/19.htm">The Man of Integrity</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">28</span>A corrupt witness mocks justice, and a wicked mouth swallows iniquity. <span class="reftext">29</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/8201.htm" title="8201: šə·p̄ā·ṭîm (N-mp) -- Judgment. From shaphat; a sentence, i.e. Infliction.">Judgments</a> <a href="/hebrew/3559.htm" title="3559: nā·ḵō·w·nū (V-Nifal-Perf-3cp) -- A primitive root; properly, to be erect; hence to set up, in a great variety of applications, whether literal, or figurative.">are prepared</a> <a href="/hebrew/3887.htm" title="3887: lal·lê·ṣîm (Prep-l, Art:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-mp) -- A primitive root; properly, to make mouths at, i.e. To scoff; hence to interpret, or intercede.">for mockers,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4112.htm" title="4112: ū·ma·hă·lu·mō·wṯ (Conj-w:: N-fp) -- Strokes, blows. From halam; a blow.">and beatings</a> <a href="/hebrew/1460.htm" title="1460: lə·ḡêw (Prep-l:: N-msc) -- The back, the middle. From ga'ah; the back; by analogy, the middle.">for the backs</a> <a href="/hebrew/3684.htm" title="3684: kə·sî·lîm (N-mp) -- Stupid fellow, dullard, fool. From kacal; properly, fat, i.e. stupid or silly.">of fools.</a> </span><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/21-11.htm">Proverbs 21:11</a></span><br />When a mocker is punished, the simple gain wisdom; and when a wise man is instructed, he acquires knowledge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/10-13.htm">Proverbs 10:13</a></span><br />Wisdom is found on the lips of the discerning, but a rod is for the back of him who lacks judgment.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/26-3.htm">Proverbs 26:3</a></span><br />A whip for the horse, a bridle for the donkey, and a rod for the backs of fools!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/17-10.htm">Proverbs 17:10</a></span><br />A rebuke cuts into a man of discernment deeper than a hundred lashes cut into a fool.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/22-10.htm">Proverbs 22:10</a></span><br />Drive out the mocker, and conflict will depart; even quarreling and insults will cease.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/9-7.htm">Proverbs 9:7-8</a></span><br />He who corrects a mocker brings shame on himself; he who rebukes a wicked man taints himself. / Do not rebuke a mocker, or he will hate you; rebuke a wise man, and he will love you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/15-12.htm">Proverbs 15:12</a></span><br />A mocker does not love to be reproved, nor will he consult the wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/14-3.htm">Proverbs 14:3</a></span><br />The proud speech of a fool brings a rod to his back, but the lips of the wise protect them.<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/15-5.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="/matthew/23-33.htm">Matthew 23:33</a></span><br />You snakes! You brood of vipers! How will you escape the sentence of hell?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/12-47.htm">Luke 12:47-48</a></span><br />That servant who knows his master’s will but does not get ready or follow his instructions will be beaten with many blows. / But the one who unknowingly does things worthy of punishment will be beaten with few blows. From everyone who has been given much, much will be required; and from him who has been entrusted with much, even more will be demanded.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/10-29.htm">Hebrews 10:29</a></span><br />How much more severely do you think one deserves to be punished who has trampled on the Son of God, profaned the blood of the covenant that sanctified him, and insulted the Spirit of grace?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/1-18.htm">Romans 1:18</a></span><br />The wrath of God is being revealed from heaven against all the godlessness and wickedness of men who suppress the truth by their wickedness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_peter/2-9.htm">2 Peter 2:9</a></span><br />if all this is so, then the Lord knows how to rescue the godly from trials and to hold the unrighteous for punishment on the day of judgment.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Judgments are prepared for scorners, and stripes for the back of fools.</p><p class="hdg">judgements</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/3-34.htm">Proverbs 3:34</a></b></br> Surely he scorneth the scorners: but he giveth grace unto the lowly.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/9-12.htm">Proverbs 9:12</a></b></br> If thou be wise, thou shalt be wise for thyself: but <i>if</i> thou scornest, thou alone shalt bear <i>it</i>.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/28-22.htm">Isaiah 28:22</a></b></br> Now therefore be ye not mockers, lest your bands be made strong: for I have heard from the Lord GOD of hosts a consumption, even determined upon the whole earth.</p><p class="hdg">and</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/7-22.htm">Proverbs 7:22</a></b></br> He goeth after her straightway, as an ox goeth to the slaughter, or as a fool to the correction of the stocks;</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/10-13.htm">Proverbs 10:13</a></b></br> In the lips of him that hath understanding wisdom is found: but a rod <i>is</i> for the back of him that is void of understanding.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/17-10.htm">Proverbs 17:10</a></b></br> A reproof entereth more into a wise man than an hundred stripes into a fool.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/69-23.htm">Backs</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-6.htm">Beatings</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-6.htm">Blows</a> <a href="/jude/1-9.htm">Condemnation</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-6.htm">Flogging</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-13.htm">Foolish</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-22.htm">Fools</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-10.htm">Judgments</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-34.htm">Mockers</a> <a href="/proverbs/9-2.htm">Prepared</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-25.htm">Pride</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-27.htm">Ready</a> <a href="/job/40-18.htm">Rods</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-34.htm">Scoffers</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-34.htm">Scorners</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-6.htm">Stripes</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/26-3.htm">Backs</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-30.htm">Beatings</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-1.htm">Blows</a> <a href="/isaiah/43-28.htm">Condemnation</a> <a href="/luke/12-48.htm">Flogging</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-1.htm">Foolish</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-3.htm">Fools</a> <a href="/isaiah/26-8.htm">Judgments</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-8.htm">Mockers</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-31.htm">Prepared</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-14.htm">Pride</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-31.htm">Ready</a> <a href="/songs/5-14.htm">Rods</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-8.htm">Scoffers</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-8.htm">Scorners</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-30.htm">Stripes</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 19</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/19-1.htm">Life and Conduct</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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In biblical context, "mockers" are those who scorn wisdom and reject God's instruction. The Hebrew term often implies arrogance and a deliberate refusal to heed correction. Throughout Proverbs, mockers are contrasted with the wise, who fear the Lord (<a href="/proverbs/1-7.htm">Proverbs 1:7</a>). The preparation of judgments suggests that God has ordained consequences for such behavior, aligning with the biblical principle that God is just and will not be mocked (<a href="/galatians/6-7.htm">Galatians 6:7</a>). Historically, mockers were often those who opposed the prophets and God's messengers, as seen in the accounts of Elijah and Elisha. This phrase serves as a warning that divine retribution is inevitable for those who persist in their scorn.<p><b>and beatings for the backs of fools</b><br>In ancient Near Eastern culture, corporal punishment was a common method of discipline, both in familial and judicial contexts. The "fools" in Proverbs are those who despise wisdom and instruction, often acting in ways that are morally and spiritually reckless. The imagery of "beatings" underscores the severity of the consequences for foolishness. This aligns with the broader biblical theme that folly leads to destruction (<a href="/proverbs/14-12.htm">Proverbs 14:12</a>). The physical punishment mentioned here is symbolic of the broader spiritual and moral consequences that result from rejecting God's wisdom. In a typological sense, Jesus Christ bore the ultimate punishment for sin, offering redemption to those who would otherwise face the consequences of their folly. This phrase serves as a sobering reminder of the cost of rejecting divine wisdom and the grace available through Christ.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/m/mockers.htm">Mockers</a></b><br>Individuals who scorn or ridicule others, often showing contempt for wisdom and instruction. In the biblical context, mockers are those who reject God's teachings and live in opposition to His ways.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/f/fools.htm">Fools</a></b><br>In Proverbs, fools are those who lack wisdom and understanding, often making poor choices and rejecting the fear of the Lord, which is the beginning of wisdom.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/j/judgments.htm">Judgments</a></b><br>Refers to the consequences or punishments that are divinely or socially ordained for those who act wickedly or foolishly.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/b/beatings.htm">Beatings</a></b><br>A form of physical punishment that symbolizes correction or discipline for those who persist in folly.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_consequences_of_mockery_and_folly.htm">The Consequences of Mockery and Folly</a></b><br>Mockers and fools face inevitable consequences. This verse serves as a warning that actions contrary to God's wisdom lead to judgment and discipline.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_discipline_in_spiritual_growth.htm">The Role of Discipline in Spiritual Growth</a></b><br>Discipline, though unpleasant, is necessary for growth and correction. It is a tool used by God to bring individuals back to the path of righteousness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_seeking_wisdom.htm">The Importance of Seeking Wisdom</a></b><br>To avoid the fate of mockers and fools, one must actively seek wisdom and understanding, aligning one's life with God's teachings.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_fear_of_the_lord_as_a_foundation.htm">The Fear of the Lord as a Foundation</a></b><br>The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Reverence for God and His commandments is essential to avoid the pitfalls of mockery and folly.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_19.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 19</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_overtalking.htm">What does the Bible say about excessive talking?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_isaiah_19_differ_from_ezekiel_29.htm">Why does Isaiah 19's prophecy differ from other prophetic passages about Egypt (e.g., Ezekiel 29) if they both claim divine judgment?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_folly.htm">What does the Bible say about foolishness?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'scoffers'_mean.htm">What does "Scoffers in the Last Days" signify?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/19.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(29) <span class= "bld">Judgments are prepared for scorners.</span>--(Comp. <a href="/proverbs/19-25.htm" title="Smite a scorner, and the simple will beware: and reprove one that has understanding, and he will understand knowledge.">Proverbs 19:25</a>.)<p><span class= "bld">Fools.--</span>See above on <a href="/proverbs/1-22.htm" title="How long, you simple ones, will you love simplicity? and the scorners delight in their scorning, and fools hate knowledge?">Proverbs 1:22</a>.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/19.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 29.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Judgments are prepared for scorners</span> (see on ver. 25). The judgments here are those inflicted by the providence of God, as in <a href="/proverbs/3-34.htm">Proverbs 3:34</a>. Scorners may deride and affect to scorn the judgments of God and man, but they are warned that retribution awaits them. <span class="cmt_word">And stripes for the back of fools;</span> Vulgate, <span class="accented">Et mallei percutientes stultorum corporibus</span> (comp. <a href="/proverbs/10-13.htm">Proverbs 10:13</a>: 26:3). We had the word here rendered "stripes" (<span class="hebrew">מַהַלוּמות</span> <span class="accented">mahalumoth</span>) in <a href="/proverbs/18-6.htm">Proverbs 18:6</a>. The certainty of punishment in the case of transgressors is a truth often insisted on even by heathens. Examples will occur to all readers, from the old Greek oracle, <span class="greek">Οὐδεὶς ἀνθρώπων ἀδικῶν τίσιν οὐκ</span> <span class="greek">ἀποτίσει</span>, to Horace's "Raro antecedentem scelestum," etc. (See on Proverbs 20:30, where, however, the punishment is of human infliction.) <p> <p> <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/19-29.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">Judgments</span><br /><span class="heb">שְׁפָטִ֑ים</span> <span class="translit">(šə·p̄ā·ṭîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8201.htm">Strong's 8201: </a> </span><span class="str2">A sentence, infliction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">are prepared</span><br /><span class="heb">נָכ֣וֹנוּ</span> <span class="translit">(nā·ḵō·w·nū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3559.htm">Strong's 3559: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be erect</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for mockers,</span><br /><span class="heb">לַלֵּצִ֣ים</span> <span class="translit">(lal·lê·ṣîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l, Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3887.htm">Strong's 3887: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ambassador, have in derision, interpreter, make a mock, mocker</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and beatings</span><br /><span class="heb">וּ֝מַהֲלֻמ֗וֹת</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ma·hă·lu·mō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4112.htm">Strong's 4112: </a> </span><span class="str2">Strokes, blows</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for the backs</span><br /><span class="heb">לְגֵ֣ו</span> <span class="translit">(lə·ḡêw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1460.htm">Strong's 1460: </a> </span><span class="str2">The back, the middle</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of fools.</span><br /><span class="heb">כְּסִילִֽים׃</span> <span class="translit">(kə·sî·lîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3684.htm">Strong's 3684: </a> </span><span class="str2">Stupid fellow, dullard, fool</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/19-29.htm">Proverbs 19:29 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/19-29.htm">Proverbs 19:29 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/19-29.htm">Proverbs 19:29 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/19-29.htm">Proverbs 19:29 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/19-29.htm">Proverbs 19:29 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/19-29.htm">Proverbs 19:29 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/19-29.htm">Proverbs 19:29 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/19-29.htm">Proverbs 19:29 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/19-29.htm">Proverbs 19:29 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/19-29.htm">Proverbs 19:29 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/19-29.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 19:29 Penalties are prepared for scoffers and beatings (Prov. 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