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a wise person wins friends.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/11.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and whoever captures souls is wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/11.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and he who wins souls is wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/11.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous <i>is</i> a tree of life; and he that winneth souls <i>is</i> wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/11.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous <i>is a</i> tree of life, And he who wins souls <i>is</i> wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/11.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, And one who is wise gains souls.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/11.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, And he who is wise wins souls.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/11.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, And he who is wise wins souls.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/11.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, And he who is wise wins souls.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/11.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The fruit of the [consistently] righteous is a tree of life, And he who is wise captures <i>and</i> wins souls [for God—he gathers them for eternity].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/11.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, but a cunning person takes lives.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/11.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, but violence takes lives. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/11.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; And he that is wise winneth souls.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/11.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Live right, and you will eat from the life-giving tree. And if you act wisely, others will follow. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/11.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that is wise winneth souls.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/11.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The fruit of a righteous person is a tree of life, and a winner of souls is wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/11.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Righteousness gives life, but violence takes it away. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/11.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and the one who wins people is wise. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/11.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and he who wins souls is wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/11.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is like a tree producing life, and the one who wins souls is wise. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/11.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he who plucks that life is wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/11.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/11.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life. He who is wise wins souls. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/11.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous [is] a tree of life, "" And whoever is taking souls [is] wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/11.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, And whoso is taking souls is wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/11.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />The fruit of the just a tree of life; and he taking souls is wise.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/11.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The fruit of the just man is a tree of life: and he that gaineth souls, is wise. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/11.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />The fruit of the just one is the tree of life. And whoever receives souls is wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/11.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The fruit of justice is a tree of life, and one who takes lives is a sage. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/11.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, but violence takes lives away.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/11.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; but the souls of the wicked shall be driven out.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/11.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life and the souls of the evil will be removed.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/11.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; And he that is wise winneth souls.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/11.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Out of the fruit of righteousness grows a tree of life; but the souls of transgressors are cut off before their time.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/11-30.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=2124" 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/11.htm">Dishonest Scales</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">29</span>He who brings trouble on his house will inherit the wind, and the fool will be servant to the wise of heart. <span class="reftext">30</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/6529.htm" title="6529: pə·rî- (N-msc) -- Fruit. From parah; fruit.">The fruit</a> <a href="/hebrew/6662.htm" title="6662: ṣad·dîq (Adj-ms) -- Just, righteous. From tsadaq; just.">of the righteous</a> <a href="/hebrew/6086.htm" title="6086: ‘êṣ (N-msc) -- Tree, trees, wood. From atsah; a tree; hence, wood.">is a tree</a> <a href="/hebrew/2416.htm" title="2416: ḥay·yîm (N-mp) -- Alive, raw, fresh, strong, life. From chayah; alive; hence, raw; fresh, strong; also life, whether literally or figuratively.">of life,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3947.htm" title="3947: wə·lō·qê·aḥ (Conj-w:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To take. A primitive root; to take.">and he who wins</a> <a href="/hebrew/5315.htm" title="5315: nə·p̄å̄·śōṯ (N-fp) -- From naphash; properly, a breathing creature, i.e. Animal of vitality; used very widely in a literal, accommodated or figurative sense.">souls</a> <a href="/hebrew/2450.htm" title="2450: ḥā·ḵām (Adj-ms) -- Wise. From chakam; wise.">is wise.</a> </span><span class="reftext">31</span>If the righteous receive their due on earth, how much more the ungodly and the sinner!…<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="/daniel/12-3.htm">Daniel 12:3</a></span><br />Then the wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness will shine like the stars forever and ever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/5-20.htm">James 5:20</a></span><br />consider this: Whoever turns a sinner from the error of his way will save his soul from death and cover over a multitude of sins.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/7-16.htm">Matthew 7:16-20</a></span><br />By their fruit you will recognize them. Are grapes gathered from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? / Likewise, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. / A good tree cannot bear bad fruit, and a bad tree cannot bear good fruit. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/5-22.htm">Galatians 5:22-23</a></span><br />But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, / gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/15-1.htm">John 15:1-8</a></span><br />“I am the true vine, and My Father is the keeper of the vineyard. / He cuts off every branch in Me that bears no fruit, and every branch that does bear fruit, He prunes to make it even more fruitful. / You are already clean because of the word I have spoken to you. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/6-22.htm">Romans 6:22</a></span><br />But now that you have been set free from sin and have become slaves to God, the fruit you reap leads to holiness, and the outcome is eternal life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-12.htm">1 Peter 3:12</a></span><br />For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are inclined to their prayer. But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/13-43.htm">Matthew 13:43</a></span><br />Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. He who has ears, let him hear.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/6-43.htm">Luke 6:43-45</a></span><br />No good tree bears bad fruit, nor does a bad tree bear good fruit. / For each tree is known by its own fruit. Indeed, figs are not gathered from thornbushes, nor grapes from brambles. / The good man brings good things out of the good treasure of his heart, and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil treasure of his heart. For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/1-11.htm">Philippians 1:11</a></span><br />filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/1-3.htm">Psalm 1:3</a></span><br />He is like a tree planted by streams of water, yielding its fruit in season, whose leaf does not wither, and who prospers in all he does.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/61-3.htm">Isaiah 61:3</a></span><br />to console the mourners in Zion—to give them a crown of beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, and a garment of praise for a spirit of despair. So they will be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/17-7.htm">Jeremiah 17:7-8</a></span><br />But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in Him. / He is like a tree planted by the waters that sends out its roots toward the stream. It does not fear when the heat comes, and its leaves are always green. It does not worry in a year of drought, nor does it cease to produce fruit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/47-12.htm">Ezekiel 47:12</a></span><br />Along both banks of the river, fruit trees of all kinds will grow. Their leaves will not wither, and their fruit will not fail. Each month they will bear fruit, because the water from the sanctuary flows to them. Their fruit will be used for food and their leaves for healing.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/92-12.htm">Psalm 92:12-14</a></span><br />The righteous will flourish like a palm tree, and grow like a cedar in Lebanon. / Planted in the house of the LORD, they will flourish in the courts of our God. / In old age they will still bear fruit; healthy and green they will remain,</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that wins souls is wise.</p><p class="hdg">fruit</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/3-18.htm">Proverbs 3:18</a></b></br> She <i>is</i> a tree of life to them that lay hold upon her: and happy <i>is every one</i> that retaineth her.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/15-4.htm">Proverbs 15:4</a></b></br> A wholesome tongue <i>is</i> a tree of life: but perverseness therein <i>is</i> a breach in the spirit.</p><p class="hdg">and</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/daniel/12-3.htm">Daniel 12:3</a></b></br> And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/4-19.htm">Matthew 4:19</a></b></br> And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/john/4-36.htm">John 4:36</a></b></br> And he that reapeth receiveth wages, and gathereth fruit unto life eternal: that both he that soweth and he that reapeth may rejoice together.</p><p class="hdg">winneth</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/luke/5-9.htm">Luke 5:9,10</a></b></br> For he was astonished, and all that were with him, at the draught of the fishes which they had taken: … </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/11-22.htm">Behaviour</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-16.htm">Fruit</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-19.htm">Life</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-28.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-19.htm">Righteousness</a> <a href="/psalms/107-26.htm">Souls</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-18.htm">Tree</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-16.htm">Violent</a> <a href="/philippians/4-8.htm">Wins</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-29.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/12-4.htm">Behaviour</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-12.htm">Fruit</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-10.htm">Life</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-31.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-17.htm">Righteousness</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-25.htm">Souls</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-12.htm">Tree</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-2.htm">Violent</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-15.htm">Wins</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-15.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 11</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/11-1.htm">On Deception</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/11.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/proverbs/11.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life</b><br>The imagery of a "tree of life" is deeply rooted in biblical symbolism, first appearing in <a href="/genesis/2-9.htm">Genesis 2:9</a>, where it represents eternal life and divine blessing in the Garden of Eden. In Proverbs, the "fruit of the righteous" suggests the outcomes or results of a life lived in accordance with God's will. This fruit is not only beneficial to the individual but also to those around them, much like a tree that provides sustenance and shelter. The righteous, through their actions and character, offer life-giving wisdom and guidance to others, reflecting the life-giving nature of Christ, who is often seen as the ultimate fulfillment of the tree of life (<a href="/revelation/22-2.htm">Revelation 22:2</a>). The righteous are those who live by faith, as seen in <a href="/habakkuk/2-4.htm">Habakkuk 2:4</a> and reiterated in <a href="/romans/1-17.htm">Romans 1:17</a>, and their lives bear witness to God's transformative power.<p><b>and he who wins souls is wise</b><br>Winning souls refers to the act of leading others to a knowledge of God and a relationship with Him. This phrase emphasizes the value of evangelism and discipleship, which are central to the Great Commission given by Jesus in <a href="/matthew/28-19.htm">Matthew 28:19-20</a>. The wisdom in winning souls lies in understanding the eternal significance of salvation and the joy it brings in heaven, as noted in <a href="/luke/15-7.htm">Luke 15:7</a>. The wise person recognizes the importance of spiritual matters over temporal concerns, aligning with the teachings of Jesus, who prioritized the kingdom of God (<a href="/matthew/6-33.htm">Matthew 6:33</a>). This wisdom is not merely intellectual but is deeply spiritual, reflecting the heart of God who desires all to be saved (<a href="/1_timothy/2-4.htm">1 Timothy 2:4</a>). The act of winning souls is a reflection of Christ's mission on earth, as He came to seek and save the lost (<a href="/luke/19-10.htm">Luke 19:10</a>), and those who engage in this work are participating in the divine purpose.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_righteous.htm">The Righteous</a></b><br>In the context of Proverbs, the righteous are those who live according to God's laws and principles, embodying wisdom and moral integrity.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/tree_of_life.htm">Tree of Life</a></b><br>A symbol of eternal life and divine blessing, first mentioned in the Garden of Eden, representing the sustenance and flourishing that comes from living a righteous life.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/w/wise_soul-winner.htm">Wise Soul-Winner</a></b><br>This refers to individuals who, through their wisdom and righteous living, lead others to righteousness and a relationship with God.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_impact_of_righteous_living.htm">The Impact of Righteous Living</a></b><br>Righteousness produces life-giving fruit, much like a tree that provides sustenance and shelter. Our lives should reflect God's righteousness, offering spiritual nourishment to those around us.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_symbolism_of_the_tree_of_life.htm">The Symbolism of the Tree of Life</a></b><br>Just as the Tree of Life in Eden was central to God's creation, our righteous actions should be central to our lives, providing a source of spiritual vitality and growth for ourselves and others.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom_in_soul-winning.htm">Wisdom in Soul-Winning</a></b><br>Winning souls requires wisdom, discernment, and a deep understanding of God's Word. It involves living a life that attracts others to Christ through our actions and words.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_eternal_perspective.htm">The Eternal Perspective</a></b><br>Leading others to righteousness has eternal significance. Our efforts in soul-winning contribute to the eternal kingdom of God, reflecting the ultimate purpose of our Christian walk.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/practical_evangelism.htm">Practical Evangelism</a></b><br>Engage in practical ways to share the Gospel, such as building relationships, living out your faith authentically, and being prepared to share the hope within you.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_11.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 11</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'winning_souls_is_wise'_mean.htm">What does "winning souls is wise" mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'winning_souls'_mean.htm">What does "Winning Souls for Christ" mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_a_prayer_chain.htm">What does 'winning souls is wise' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_soul_winning_and_how_to_do_it.htm">What is soul winning and how is it done?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/11.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(30) <span class= "bld">The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life.</span>--The righteous, by the performance of his duty to his neighbours, brings, as it were, life and healing (<a href="/revelation/22-2.htm" title="In the middle of the street of it, and on either side of the river, was there the tree of life, which bore twelve manner of fruits, and yielded her fruit every month: and the leaves of the tree were for the healing of the nations.">Revelation 22:2</a>) to them, and "the wise man winneth souls," attracts them to himself, and induces them to follow his example.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/11.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 30.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The fruit of righteousness</span> (<span class="accented">of the righteous</span>) <span class="cmt_word">is a tree of life</span> (<a href="/proverbs/3-18.htm">Proverbs 3:18</a>; <a href="/proverbs/13-12.htm">Proverbs 13:12</a>); <span class="accented">lignum vitae</span>, Vulgate. That which the righteous say and do is, as it were, a fruitful tree which delights and feeds many. A good man's example and teaching promote spiritual health and lead to immortal life. Septuagint, "From the fruit of righteousness springeth a tree of life." <span class="cmt_word">And he that winneth souls is wise;</span> rather, <span class="accented">he that is wise winneth souls.</span> The latter member is parallel to the former. He who gives men of the tree of life attracts souls to himself, to listen to his teaching and to follow his example. With this "winning of souls" we may compare Christ's promise to the apostles that they should "catch men" (<a href="/luke/5-10.htm">Luke 5:10</a>; comp. <a href="/james/5-20.htm">James 5:20</a>). The Septuagint introduces an antithesis not found in our Hebrew text: "But the souls of transgressors are taken untimely away." Ewald and others change the present order of clauses in vers. 29 and 30, thinking thus to improve the parallelism. They would rearrange the passage in the following way: "He that troubleth his own house shall inherit the wind; but the fruit of the righteous is a tree of life. The foolish shall be servant to the wise of heart; but he that is wise winneth souls." There is no authority whatever in the versions or older commentators for this alteration; and the existing arrangement, as we have shown, gives a very good sense. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/11-30.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 fruit</span><br /><span class="heb">פְּֽרִי־</span> <span class="translit">(pə·rî-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6529.htm">Strong's 6529: </a> </span><span class="str2">Fruit</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the righteous</span><br /><span class="heb">צַ֭דִּיק</span> <span class="translit">(ṣad·dîq)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6662.htm">Strong's 6662: </a> </span><span class="str2">Just, righteous</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is a tree</span><br /><span class="heb">עֵ֣ץ</span> <span class="translit">(‘êṣ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6086.htm">Strong's 6086: </a> </span><span class="str2">Tree, trees, wood</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of life,</span><br /><span class="heb">חַיִּ֑ים</span> <span class="translit">(ḥay·yîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2416.htm">Strong's 2416: </a> </span><span class="str2">Alive, raw, fresh, strong, life</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and he who wins</span><br /><span class="heb">וְלֹקֵ֖חַ</span> <span class="translit">(wə·lō·qê·aḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3947.htm">Strong's 3947: </a> </span><span class="str2">To take</span><br /><br /><span class="word">souls</span><br /><span class="heb">נְפָשׂ֣וֹת‪‬</span> <span class="translit">(nə·p̄ā·śō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5315.htm">Strong's 5315: </a> </span><span class="str2">A soul, living being, life, self, person, desire, passion, appetite, emotion </span><br /><br /><span class="word">[is] wise.</span><br /><span class="heb">חָכָֽם׃</span> <span class="translit">(ḥā·ḵām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2450.htm">Strong's 2450: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wise</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/11-30.htm">Proverbs 11:30 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/11-30.htm">Proverbs 11:30 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/11-30.htm">Proverbs 11:30 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/11-30.htm">Proverbs 11:30 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/11-30.htm">Proverbs 11:30 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/11-30.htm">Proverbs 11:30 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/11-30.htm">Proverbs 11:30 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/11-30.htm">Proverbs 11:30 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/11-30.htm">Proverbs 11:30 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/11-30.htm">Proverbs 11:30 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/11-30.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 11:30 The fruit of the righteous (Prov. 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