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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/proverbs/10.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/10.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />The blessing of the LORD brings wealth, without painful toil for it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/10.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />The blessing of the LORD makes a person rich, and he adds no sorrow with it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/10.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />The blessing of the LORD makes rich, and he adds no sorrow with it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/10.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The blessing of the LORD enriches, and He adds no sorrow to it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/10.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/10.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The blessing of the LORD makes <i>one</i> rich, And He adds no sorrow with it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/10.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />It is the blessing of the LORD that makes rich, And He adds no sorrow to it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/10.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />It is the blessing of the LORD that makes rich, And He adds no sorrow to it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/10.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />It is the blessing of the LORD that makes rich, And He adds no sorrow to it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/10.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />It is the blessing of Yahweh that makes rich, And He adds no pain with it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/10.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The blessing of the LORD brings [true] riches, And He adds no sorrow to it [for it comes as a blessing from God].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/10.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD’s blessing enriches, and he adds no painful effort to it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/10.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The LORD&#8217s blessing enriches, and struggle adds nothing to it. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/10.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />The blessing of Jehovah, it maketh rich; And he addeth no sorrow therewith.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/10.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />When the LORD blesses you with riches, you have nothing to regret. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/10.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow therewith.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/10.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />It is the LORD's blessing that makes a person rich, and hard work adds nothing to it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/10.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />It is the LORD's blessing that makes you wealthy. Hard work can make you no richer. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/10.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />The blessing of the LORD establishes wealth, and difficulty does not accompany it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/10.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The blessing of the LORD enriches, and He adds no sorrow to it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/10.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The blessing from the LORD makes a person rich, and he adds no sorrow to it. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/10.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The LORD's blessing brings wealth, and he adds no trouble to it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/10.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/10.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Yahweh’s blessing brings wealth, and he adds no trouble to it. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/10.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />The blessing of YHWH—it makes rich, "" And He adds no grief with it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/10.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> The blessing of Jehovah -- it maketh rich, And He addeth no grief with it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/10.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />The blessing of Jehovah it will make rich, and it will not add pain with it.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/10.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The blessing of the Lord maketh men rich: neither shall affliction be joined to them. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/10.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />The blessing of the Lord causes riches. Affliction will not be a companion to them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/10.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />It is the LORD’s blessing that brings wealth, and no effort can substitute for it. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/10.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The blessing of the LORD makes rich, and he adds no sorrow with it.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/10.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The blessings of the LORD bring riches, and there shall be no sorrow in them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/10.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The blessing of LORD JEHOVAH makes rich and there shall be no sorrow with it.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/10.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, And toil addeth nothing thereto.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/10.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />The blessing of the Lord is upon the head of the righteous; it enriches <i>him</i>, and grief of heart shall not be added to <i>it</i>.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/10-22.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=1820" 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/10.htm">Solomon's Proverbs: The Wise Son</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">21</span>The lips of the righteous feed many, but fools die for lack of judgment. <span class="reftext">22</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1293.htm" title="1293: bir·kaṯ (N-fsc) -- A blessing. From barak; benediction; by implication prosperity.">The blessing</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">of the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/1931.htm" title="1931: hî (Pro-3fs) -- He, she, it. "></a> <a href="/hebrew/6238.htm" title="6238: ṯa·‘ă·šîr (V-Hifil-Imperf-3fs) -- To be or become rich. A primitive root; properly, to accumulate; chiefly to grow rich.">enriches,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3254.htm" title="3254: yō·w·sip̄ (V-Hifil-Imperf-3ms) -- To add. A primitive root; to add or augment.">and He adds</a> <a href="/hebrew/3808.htm" title="3808: wə·lō- (Conj-w:: Adv-NegPrt) -- Not. Or lowi; or loh; a primitive particle; not; by implication, no; often used with other particles.">no</a> <a href="/hebrew/6089.htm" title="6089: ‘e·ṣeḇ (N-ms) -- An earthen vessel, toil, a pang. From atsab; an earthen vessel; usually toil; also a pang: grievous, idol, labor, sorrow.">sorrow</a> <a href="/hebrew/5973.htm" title="5973: ‘im·māh (Prep:: 3fs) -- From amam; adverb or preposition, with, in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix.">to it.</a> </span><span class="reftext">23</span>The fool delights in shameful conduct, but a man of understanding has wisdom.…<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="/deuteronomy/8-18.htm">Deuteronomy 8:18</a></span><br />But remember that it is the LORD your God who gives you the power to gain wealth, in order to confirm His covenant that He swore to your fathers even to this day.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/5-19.htm">Ecclesiastes 5:19</a></span><br />Furthermore, God has given riches and wealth to every man, and He has enabled him to enjoy them, to accept his lot, and to rejoice in his labor. This is a gift from God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-17.htm">James 1:17</a></span><br />Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, with whom there is no change or shifting shadow.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/127-1.htm">Psalm 127:1-2</a></span><br />A song of ascents. Of Solomon. Unless the LORD builds the house, its builders labor in vain; unless the LORD protects the city, its watchmen stand guard in vain. / In vain you rise early and stay up late, toiling for bread to eat—for He gives sleep to His beloved.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/6-17.htm">1 Timothy 6:17</a></span><br />Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be conceited and not to put their hope in the uncertainty of wealth, but in God, who richly provides all things for us to enjoy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/6-33.htm">Matthew 6:33</a></span><br />But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/9-8.htm">2 Corinthians 9:8</a></span><br />And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things, at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-19.htm">Philippians 4:19</a></span><br />And my God will supply all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/24-35.htm">Genesis 24:35</a></span><br />“The LORD has greatly blessed my master, and he has become rich. He has given him sheep and cattle, silver and gold, menservants and maidservants, camels and donkeys.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/29-12.htm">1 Chronicles 29:12</a></span><br />Both riches and honor come from You, and You are the ruler over all. In Your hands are power and might to exalt and give strength to all.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/malachi/3-10.htm">Malachi 3:10</a></span><br />Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this,” says the LORD of Hosts. “See if I will not open the windows of heaven and pour out for you blessing without measure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/12-15.htm">Luke 12:15</a></span><br />And He said to them, “Watch out! Guard yourselves against every form of greed, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/8-9.htm">2 Corinthians 8:9</a></span><br />For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though He was rich, yet for your sake He became poor, so that you through His poverty might become rich.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/42-10.htm">Job 42:10-12</a></span><br />After Job had prayed for his friends, the LORD restored his prosperity and doubled his former possessions. / All his brothers and sisters and prior acquaintances came and dined with him in his house. They consoled him and comforted him over all the adversity that the LORD had brought upon him. And each one gave him a piece of silver and a gold ring. / So the LORD blessed Job’s latter days more than his first. He owned 14,000 sheep, 6,000 camels, 1,000 yoke of oxen, and 1,000 female donkeys.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/1-3.htm">Ephesians 1:3</a></span><br />Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The blessing of the LORD, it makes rich, and he adds no sorrow with it.</p><p class="hdg">it</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/12-2.htm">Genesis 12:2</a></b></br> And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/13-2.htm">Genesis 13:2</a></b></br> And Abram <i>was</i> very rich in cattle, in silver, and in gold.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/14-23.htm">Genesis 14:23</a></b></br> That I will not <i>take</i> from a thread even to a shoelatchet, and that I will not take any thing that <i>is</i> thine, lest thou shouldest say, I have made Abram rich:</p><p class="hdg">he</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/20-21.htm">Proverbs 20:21</a></b></br> An inheritance <i>may be</i> gotten hastily at the beginning; but the end thereof shall not be blessed.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/28-22.htm">Proverbs 28:22</a></b></br> He that hasteth to be rich <i>hath</i> an evil eye, and considereth not that poverty shall come upon him.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/joshua/6-18.htm">Joshua 6:18</a></b></br> And ye, in any wise keep <i>yourselves</i> from the accursed thing, lest ye make <i>yourselves</i> accursed, when ye take of the accursed thing, and make the camp of Israel a curse, and trouble it.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/115-14.htm">Addeth</a> <a href="/job/34-37.htm">Adds</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-7.htm">Blessing</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-17.htm">Gives</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-14.htm">Greater</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-10.htm">Grief</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-11.htm">Hard</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-10.htm">Makes</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-4.htm">Maketh</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-15.htm">Rich</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-10.htm">Sorrow</a> <a href="/psalms/119-9.htm">Thereto</a> <a href="/job/2-8.htm">Therewith</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-10.htm">Toil</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-10.htm">Trouble</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-15.htm">Wealth</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-16.htm">Work</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/10-27.htm">Addeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-27.htm">Adds</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-11.htm">Blessing</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-27.htm">Gives</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-5.htm">Greater</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-10.htm">Grief</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-4.htm">Hard</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-5.htm">Makes</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-5.htm">Maketh</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-25.htm">Rich</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-28.htm">Sorrow</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-26.htm">Thereto</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-16.htm">Therewith</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-23.htm">Toil</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-8.htm">Trouble</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-4.htm">Wealth</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-26.htm">Work</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 10</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/10-1.htm">Proverbs of Solomon: observations of moral virtues, and their contrary vices</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 the biblical context, blessings from the LORD are often associated with both material and spiritual abundance. The Hebrew word for "blessing" (ברכה, berakah) implies a gift or favor from God, which is not merely about wealth but encompasses well-being and fulfillment. In the Old Testament, figures like Abraham (<a href="/genesis/12-2.htm">Genesis 12:2-3</a>) and Solomon (<a href="/1_kings/3-13.htm">1 Kings 3:13</a>) experienced God's blessings, which included wisdom, peace, and prosperity. The enrichment here is holistic, suggesting that God's blessings lead to a life of contentment and purpose, aligning with the teachings of Jesus in the New Testament, where He speaks of treasures in heaven (<a href="/matthew/6-19.htm">Matthew 6:19-21</a>).<p><b>and He adds no sorrow to it</b><br>This part of the verse highlights the completeness and purity of God's blessings. Unlike worldly wealth, which can bring anxiety, greed, or moral compromise, the blessings from God come without negative consequences. The Hebrew word for "sorrow" (עצב, etzev) can also mean pain or toil, suggesting that God's gifts do not come with burdensome labor or regret. This aligns with the biblical principle that God's ways are higher and His gifts are perfect (<a href="/james/1-17.htm">James 1:17</a>). The absence of sorrow in God's blessings reflects His nature as a loving and generous Father, as seen in the parable of the prodigal son (<a href="/luke/15-11.htm">Luke 15:11-32</a>), where the father's joy in giving is evident. This phrase reassures believers that when God blesses, it is for their ultimate good and joy, free from the troubles that often accompany human endeavors.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally regarded as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. His writings often focus on practical living and the fear of the Lord.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God in the Hebrew Bible, emphasizing His eternal nature and His relationship with His people.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/a/ancient_israel.htm">Ancient Israel</a></b><br>The cultural and historical context in which Proverbs was written, where wisdom literature was a key component of teaching and instruction.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_true_blessings.htm">Understanding True Blessings</a></b><br>God's blessings are not merely material but encompass spiritual and eternal enrichment.<br><br>True blessings align with God's will and purpose for our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_absence_of_sorrow.htm">The Absence of Sorrow</a></b><br>Unlike worldly gains, which often come with stress and anxiety, God's blessings bring peace and contentment.<br><br>Reflect on how God's gifts in your life have brought joy without regret.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trusting_in_god's_provision.htm">Trusting in God's Provision</a></b><br>Trust that God knows what is best for you and that His timing and provision are perfect.<br><br>Cultivate gratitude for the blessings you have, recognizing them as gifts from God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/seeking_god's_wisdom.htm">Seeking God's Wisdom</a></b><br>Pursue wisdom and understanding as Solomon did, knowing that they lead to a life enriched by God's presence.<br><br>Regularly engage with Scripture to discern God's blessings in your life.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_10.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 10</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_faith_lead_to_prosperity.htm">How does faith lead to prosperity?</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/bible's_view_on_witchcraft.htm">How does faith lead to prosperity?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_good_people_suffer_hardships.htm">If God truly prospers all the upright (Job 8:5–7), how do we explain the contradictions seen in real-life situations where good people suffer severe hardship? </a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/10.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(22) <span class= "bld">And he addeth no sorrow with it--</span>whereas riches without God's blessing bring only trouble with them. Or the passage may mean, "And labour adds nothing thereto." (Comp. <a href="/psalms/127-2.htm" title="It is vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat the bread of sorrows: for so he gives his beloved sleep.">Psalm 127:2</a>. where God is said to give to His beloved while they sleep all that others toil early and late for in vain.)<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/10.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 22.</span> - The blessing of the Lord. The Septuagint adds, "upon the head of the righteous," as in Ver. 6. Not chance and luck, not even industry and labour, but God giveth the increase (<a href="/ecclesiastes/5-18.htm">Ecclesiastes 5:18, 19</a>). <span class="cmt_word">He addeth no sorrow with it;</span> <span class="accented">i.e.</span> with the Blessing. In acquiring and in using wealth thus blessed, the good man is contented and happy, while unsanctified fiches bring only trouble and vexation. But this seems rather feeble, and it is better to render, "And a man's own labor addeth nothing thereto." A man's own work must not be regarded as an equal cause of prosperity with the favour of God. This sentiment is in accordance with <a href="/psalms/127-1.htm">Psalm 127:1, 2</a>, "Except the Lord build the house, their labour is but lost that build it so he giveth unto his beloved in sleep" - what others vainly labour for God giveth to the righteous without toil. The rendering of the clause, "Trouble is of no avail without it," is scarcely warranted by the wording of the text. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/10-22.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">The blessing</span><br /><span class="heb">בִּרְכַּ֣ת</span> <span class="translit">(bir·kaṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1293.htm">Strong's 1293: </a> </span><span class="str2">Benediction, prosperity</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">יְ֭הוָה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">enriches,</span><br /><span class="heb">תַעֲשִׁ֑יר</span> <span class="translit">(ṯa·‘ă·šîr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6238.htm">Strong's 6238: </a> </span><span class="str2">To accumulate, chiefly, to grow, rich</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and He adds</span><br /><span class="heb">יוֹסִ֖ף</span> <span class="translit">(yō·w·sip̄)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3254.htm">Strong's 3254: </a> </span><span class="str2">To add, augment</span><br /><br /><span class="word">no</span><br /><span class="heb">וְלֹֽא־</span> <span class="translit">(wə·lō-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3808.htm">Strong's 3808: </a> </span><span class="str2">Not, no</span><br /><br /><span class="word">sorrow</span><br /><span class="heb">עֶ֣צֶב</span> <span class="translit">(‘e·ṣeḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6089.htm">Strong's 6089: </a> </span><span class="str2">An earthen vessel, toil, a pang</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to it.</span><br /><span class="heb">עִמָּֽהּ׃</span> <span class="translit">(‘im·māh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5973.htm">Strong's 5973: </a> </span><span class="str2">With, equally with</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/10-22.htm">Proverbs 10:22 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/10-22.htm">Proverbs 10:22 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/10-22.htm">Proverbs 10:22 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/10-22.htm">Proverbs 10:22 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/10-22.htm">Proverbs 10:22 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/10-22.htm">Proverbs 10:22 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/10-22.htm">Proverbs 10:22 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/10-22.htm">Proverbs 10:22 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/10-22.htm">Proverbs 10:22 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/10-22.htm">Proverbs 10:22 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/10-22.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 10:22 Yahweh's blessing brings wealth and he adds (Prov. 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