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Quarrels and insults will disappear.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/22.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Drive out a scoffer, and strife will go out, and quarreling and abuse will cease.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/22.htm">Berean Standard Bible</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="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/22.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yea, strife and reproach shall cease.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/22.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Cast out the scoffer, and contention will leave; Yes, strife and reproach will cease.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/22.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Drive out the scoffer, and strife will leave, Even quarreling and dishonor will cease.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/22.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Drive out the scoffer, and contention will go out, Even strife and dishonor will cease.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/22.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Drive out the scoffer, and contention will go out, Even strife and dishonor will cease.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/22.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Drive out the scoffer, and strife will go out, Even contention and disgrace will cease.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/22.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Drive out the scoffer, and contention will go away; Even strife and dishonor will cease.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/22.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Drive out a mocker, and conflict goes too; then quarreling and dishonor will cease.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/22.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Drive out a mocker, and conflict goes too; then quarreling and dishonor will cease. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/22.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Cast out the scoffer, and contention will go out; Yea, strife and ignominy will cease.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/22.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Arguments and fights will come to an end, if you chase away those who insult others. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/22.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yea, strife and ignominy shall cease.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/22.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Drive out a mocker, and conflict will leave. Quarreling and abuse will stop.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/22.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Get rid of a conceited person, and then there will be no more arguments, quarreling, or name-calling. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/22.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Throw out the mocker and strife departs, too; furthermore, quarrels and discord will end.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/22.htm">Majority Standard Bible</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="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/22.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Drive out the scorner and contention will leave; strife and insults will cease. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/22.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Drive out the mocker, and strife will go out; yes, quarrels and insults will stop.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/22.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Cast out the scorner, and contention shall end; yes, strife and reproach shall cease.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/22.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Drive out the mocker, and strife will go out; yes, quarrels and insults will stop. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/22.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Cast out a scorner—and contention goes out, "" And strife and shame cease.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/22.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Cast out a scorner -- and contention goeth out, And strife and shame cease.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/22.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Cast out him mocking, and strife shall go out, and contention shall cease and dishonor.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/22.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Cast out the scoffer, and contention shall go out with him, and quarrels and reproaches shall cease. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/22.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Cast out the one who ridicules, and conflict will go out with him, and accusations and insults will cease.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/22.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Expel the arrogant and discord goes too; strife and insult cease. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/22.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Drive out a scoffer, and strife goes out; quarreling and abuse will cease.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/22.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Destroy evil, cast out strife, do away with contention and reproach, lest they sit in the assembly and reproach all who are present.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/22.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Destroy the evil one and cast out the contentious, abolish judgment and shame, lest he sit in the assembly and shame all of you.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/22.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Cast out the scorner, and contention will go out; Yea, strife and shame will cease.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/22.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Cast out a pestilent person from the council, and strife shall go out with him; for when he sits in the council he dishonours all.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/22-10.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=4448" 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/22.htm">A Good Name</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">9</span>A generous man will be blessed, for he shares his bread with the poor. <span class="reftext">10</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1644.htm" title="1644: gā·rêš (V-Piel-Imp-ms) -- To drive out, cast out. A primitive root; to drive out from a possession; especially to expatriate or divorce.">Drive out</a> <a href="/hebrew/3887.htm" title="3887: lêṣ (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- A primitive root; properly, to make mouths at, i.e. To scoff; hence to interpret, or intercede.">the mocker,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4066.htm" title="4066: mā·ḏō·wn (N-ms) -- Strife, contention. From diyn; a contest or quarrel.">and conflict</a> <a href="/hebrew/3318.htm" title="3318: wə·yê·ṣê (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConjImperf-3ms) -- A primitive root; to go out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim.">will depart;</a> <a href="/hebrew/1779.htm" title="1779: dîn (N-ms) -- Judgment. From diyn; judgement; by impl. Also strife.">even quarreling</a> <a href="/hebrew/7036.htm" title="7036: wə·qā·lō·wn (Conj-w:: N-ms) -- Ignominy, dishonor. From qalah; disgrace; the pudenda.">and insults</a> <a href="/hebrew/7673.htm" title="7673: wə·yiš·bōṯ (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConjImperf-3ms) -- To repose, desist from exertion. A primitive root; to repose, i.e. Desist from exertion; used in many implied relations.">will cease.</a> </span><span class="reftext">11</span>He who loves a pure heart and gracious lips will have the king for a friend.…<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/26-20.htm">Proverbs 26:20-21</a></span><br />Without wood, a fire goes out; without gossip, a conflict ceases. / Like charcoal for embers and wood for fire, so is a quarrelsome man for kindling strife.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/19-25.htm">Proverbs 19:25</a></span><br />Strike a mocker, and the simple will beware; rebuke the discerning man, and he will gain knowledge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><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/24-9.htm">Proverbs 24:9</a></span><br />A foolish scheme is sin, and a mocker is detestable to men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/29-8.htm">Proverbs 29:8</a></span><br />Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/29-22.htm">Proverbs 29:22</a></span><br />An angry man stirs up dissension, and a hot-tempered man abounds in transgression.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/1-1.htm">Psalm 1:1</a></span><br />Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, or set foot on the path of sinners, or sit in the seat of mockers.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/101-5.htm">Psalm 101:5</a></span><br />Whoever slanders his neighbor in secret, I will put to silence; the one with haughty eyes and a proud heart, I will not endure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/101-7.htm">Psalm 101:7</a></span><br />No one who practices deceit shall dwell in my house; no one who tells lies shall stand in my presence.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/18-15.htm">Matthew 18:15-17</a></span><br />If your brother sins against you, go and confront him privately. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over. / But if he will not listen, take one or two others along, so that ‘every matter may be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses.’ / If he refuses to listen to them, tell it to the church. And if he refuses to listen even to the church, regard him as you would a pagan or a tax collector.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-22.htm">Matthew 5:22</a></span><br />But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to his brother, ‘Raca,’ will be subject to the Sanhedrin. But anyone who says, ‘You fool!’ will be subject to the fire of hell.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/5-11.htm">1 Corinthians 5:11-13</a></span><br />But now I am writing you not to associate with anyone who claims to be a brother but is sexually immoral or greedy, an idolater or a verbal abuser, a drunkard or a swindler. With such a man do not even eat. / What business of mine is it to judge those outside the church? Are you not to judge those inside? / God will judge those outside. “Expel the wicked man from among you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/5-12.htm">Galatians 5:12</a></span><br />As for those who are agitating you, I wish they would proceed to emasculate themselves!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/titus/3-10.htm">Titus 3:10-11</a></span><br />Reject a divisive man after a first and second admonition, / knowing that such a man is corrupt and sinful; he is self-condemned.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_thessalonians/3-6.htm">2 Thessalonians 3:6</a></span><br />Now we command you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, to keep away from any brother who leads an undisciplined life that is not in keeping with the tradition you received from us.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yes, strife and reproach shall cease.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/21-24.htm">Proverbs 21:24</a></b></br> Proud <i>and</i> haughty scorner <i>is</i> his name, who dealeth in proud wrath.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/26-20.htm">Proverbs 26:20,21</a></b></br> Where no wood is, <i>there</i> the fire goeth out: so where <i>there is</i> no talebearer, the strife ceaseth… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/21-9.htm">Genesis 21:9,10</a></b></br> And Sarah saw the son of Hagar the Egyptian, which she had born unto Abraham, mocking… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/9-7.htm">Abuse</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-18.htm">Argument</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-12.htm">Cast</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-3.htm">Cease</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-6.htm">Contention</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-6.htm">Depart</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-3.htm">Dishonor</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-7.htm">Drive</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-8.htm">End</a> <a href="/psalms/89-44.htm">Ended</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-3.htm">Fighting</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-26.htm">Goes</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-3.htm">Ignominy</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-5.htm">Insults</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-24.htm">Mocker</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-24.htm">Pride</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-3.htm">Quarreling</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-13.htm">Quarrels</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-26.htm">Reproach</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-24.htm">Scoffer</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-24.htm">Scorner</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-26.htm">Shame</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-27.htm">Stop</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-3.htm">Strife</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/jeremiah/38-19.htm">Abuse</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-20.htm">Argument</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-5.htm">Cast</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-4.htm">Cease</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-20.htm">Contention</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-10.htm">Depart</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-9.htm">Dishonor</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-15.htm">Drive</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-4.htm">End</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-20.htm">Ended</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-25.htm">Fighting</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-31.htm">Goes</a> <a href="/micah/2-6.htm">Ignominy</a> <a href="/isaiah/51-7.htm">Insults</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-9.htm">Mocker</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-8.htm">Pride</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-20.htm">Quarreling</a> <a href="/isaiah/45-9.htm">Quarrels</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-10.htm">Reproach</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-9.htm">Scoffer</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-9.htm">Scorner</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-8.htm">Shame</a> <a href="/isaiah/1-13.htm">Stop</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-29.htm">Strife</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 22</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/22-1.htm">A good name is more desirable than great wealth</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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This term is frequently associated with those who reject God's teachings and disrupt community harmony. In ancient Israel, maintaining social order and unity was crucial, and mockers were seen as threats to this stability. The act of driving out the mocker suggests a proactive approach to preserving peace and righteousness within a community. This concept is echoed in other scriptures, such as <a href="/psalms/1.htm">Psalm 1:1</a>, which advises against walking in the counsel of the wicked, and <a href="/1_corinthians/5-13.htm">1 Corinthians 5:13</a>, where Paul instructs the church to expel the immoral brother to maintain purity.<p><b>and conflict will depart</b><br>The removal of a disruptive individual often leads to the restoration of peace. In the cultural context of the ancient Near East, community cohesion was vital for survival and prosperity. Conflict, often fueled by mockery and scorn, could lead to division and weaken the community's ability to function effectively. The biblical principle here is that removing negative influences can lead to a more harmonious environment. This is consistent with the wisdom literature's emphasis on the benefits of peace and unity, as seen in <a href="/james/3-18.htm">James 3:18</a>, which speaks of peacemakers who sow in peace and reap a harvest of righteousness.<p><b>even quarreling and insults will cease</b><br>Quarreling and insults are manifestations of deeper discord and are often exacerbated by the presence of a mocker. In the historical context, verbal disputes could escalate into more serious conflicts, threatening the fabric of society. The cessation of such behavior indicates a return to respectful and constructive communication. This aligns with the teachings of Jesus, who emphasized reconciliation and love for one's neighbor (<a href="/matthew/5-23.htm">Matthew 5:23-24</a>). The cessation of quarreling and insults is also a reflection of the transformative power of wisdom and righteousness, as seen in <a href="/proverbs/15.htm">Proverbs 15:1</a>, which highlights the calming effect of a gentle answer.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/m/mocker.htm">Mocker</a></b><br>In the context of Proverbs, a mocker is someone who ridicules or scorns wisdom and instruction. This person is often characterized by pride and a refusal to accept correction.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/c/conflict.htm">Conflict</a></b><br>This refers to strife or discord that arises in a community or relationship, often exacerbated by the presence of a mocker.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/q/quarreling_and_insults.htm">Quarreling and Insults</a></b><br>These are the manifestations of conflict, often verbal, that can disrupt peace and harmony within a group.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_destructive_nature_of_mockery.htm">The Destructive Nature of Mockery</a></b><br>Mockery undermines authority and wisdom, leading to discord and division. Recognizing and addressing this behavior is crucial for maintaining peace.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_community_harmony.htm">The Importance of Community Harmony</a></b><br>A harmonious community is essential for spiritual growth and effective ministry. Removing sources of conflict, like mockers, helps preserve unity.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/b/biblical_conflict_resolution.htm">Biblical Conflict Resolution</a></b><br>The Bible provides guidance on resolving conflicts, emphasizing the need for wisdom and sometimes decisive action to maintain peace.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/guarding_against_pride_and_scorn.htm">Guarding Against Pride and Scorn</a></b><br>Believers are called to humility and teachability, avoiding the prideful attitude of a mocker that leads to conflict.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_church_discipline.htm">The Role of Church Discipline</a></b><br>Church discipline, when done biblically, serves to protect the community and restore individuals to right relationships with God and others.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_22.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 22</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_proverbs_22_10_with_love.htm">Proverbs 22:10: How do we reconcile the call to “drive out the mocker” with the New Testament emphasis on love, forgiveness, and inclusion?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_scoffers.htm">What does the Bible say about scoffers?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_are_faithful_people_sometimes_poor.htm">Proverbs 10:22 promises that the Lord's blessing brings wealth--how do we explain faithful yet impoverished individuals?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_lev._22_10_conflict_with_inclusivity.htm">In Leviticus 22:10, does the exclusion of non-priests from eating sacred offerings conflict with later biblical themes of inclusivity?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/22.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(10) <span class= "bld">The scorner.--</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/22.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 10</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out;</span> Septuagint, <span class="greek">ἔκβαλε</span> <span class="greek">ἐκ συνεδρίου λοιμόν</span>, "Cast out of the company a pestilent fellow" Chase away the scorner (<a href="/proverbs/1-22.htm">Proverbs 1:22</a>), the man who has no respect for things human or Divine, and the disputes and ill feeling which he caused will be ended; for "where no wood is, the fire goeth out" (<a href="/proverbs/26-20.htm">Proverbs 26:20</a>). <span class="cmt_word">Yea, strife and reproach shall cease.</span> The reproach and ignominy (<span class="hebrew">קָלון</span>, <span class="accented">kalon</span>) are those which the presence and words of the scorner bring with them; to have such a one in the company is a disgrace to all good men. Thus Ishmael and his mother were driven from Abraham's dwelling (<a href="/genesis/21-9.htm">Genesis 21:9</a>, etc.), and the apostle quotes (<a href="/galatians/4-30.htm">Galatians 4:30</a>), "Cast out (<span class="greek">ἔκβαλε</span>) the bondwoman and her son." Septuagint, "For when he sits in the company he dishonours all." The next verse gives a happy contrast. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/22-10.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">Drive out</span><br /><span class="heb">גָּ֣רֵֽשׁ</span> <span class="translit">(gā·rêš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1644.htm">Strong's 1644: </a> </span><span class="str2">To drive out from a, possession, to expatriate, divorce</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the mocker,</span><br /><span class="heb">לֵ֭ץ</span> <span class="translit">(lêṣ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<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 conflict</span><br /><span class="heb">מָד֑וֹן</span> <span class="translit">(mā·ḏō·wn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4066.htm">Strong's 4066: </a> </span><span class="str2">A contest, quarrel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will depart;</span><br /><span class="heb">וְיֵצֵ֣א</span> <span class="translit">(wə·yê·ṣê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3318.htm">Strong's 3318: </a> </span><span class="str2">To go, bring, out, direct and proxim</span><br /><br /><span class="word">even quarreling</span><br /><span class="heb">דִּ֣ין</span> <span class="translit">(dîn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1779.htm">Strong's 1779: </a> </span><span class="str2">Judgement, strife</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and insults</span><br /><span class="heb">וְקָלֽוֹן׃</span> <span class="translit">(wə·qā·lō·wn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7036.htm">Strong's 7036: </a> </span><span class="str2">Disgrace, the pudenda</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will cease.</span><br /><span class="heb">וְ֝יִשְׁבֹּ֗ת</span> <span class="translit">(wə·yiš·bōṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7673.htm">Strong's 7673: </a> </span><span class="str2">To repose, desist from exertion</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/22-10.htm">Proverbs 22:10 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/22-10.htm">Proverbs 22:10 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/22-10.htm">Proverbs 22:10 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/22-10.htm">Proverbs 22:10 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/22-10.htm">Proverbs 22:10 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/22-10.htm">Proverbs 22:10 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/22-10.htm">Proverbs 22:10 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/22-10.htm">Proverbs 22:10 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/22-10.htm">Proverbs 22:10 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/22-10.htm">Proverbs 22:10 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/22-10.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 22:10 Drive out the mocker and strife will (Prov. 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