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satisfy his appetite, but the belly of the wicked suffers want.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/13.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />A righteous man eats to his heart’s content, but the stomach of the wicked is empty.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/13.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The righteous eateth to the satisfying of his soul: but the belly of the wicked shall want.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/13.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The righteous eats to the satisfying of his soul, But the stomach of the wicked shall be in want.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/13.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The righteous has enough to satisfy his appetite, But the stomach of the wicked is in need.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/13.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The righteous has enough to satisfy his appetite, But the stomach of the wicked is in need.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/13.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />The righteous has enough to satisfy his appetite, But the stomach of the wicked is in want. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/13.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />The righteous eats to the satisfaction of his soul, But the stomach of the wicked lacks.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/13.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The [consistently] righteous has enough to satisfy his appetite, But the stomach of the wicked is in need [of bread].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/13.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A righteous person eats until he is satisfied, but the stomach of the wicked is empty.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/13.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A righteous man eats until he is satisfied, but the stomach of the wicked is empty. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/13.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />The righteous eateth to the satisfying of his soul; But the belly of the wicked shall want.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/13.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />If you live right, you will have plenty to eat; if you don't live right, you will go away empty. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/13.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The righteous eateth to the satisfying of his soul: but the belly of the wicked shall want.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/13.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />A righteous person eats to satisfy his appetite, but the bellies of wicked people are always empty.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/13.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />The righteous have enough to eat, but the wicked are always hungry. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/13.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />A righteous person eats to his heart's content, but the stomach of the wicked remains hungry.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/13.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The righteous has enough food to satisfy his appetite, but the belly of the wicked lacks food. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/13.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The righteous one eats to the satisfying of his soul, but the belly of the wicked goes hungry.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/13.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The righteous eateth to the satisfying of his soul: but the belly of the wicked shall want.<div class="vheading2"><b>Majority Text Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/13.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />A righteous man eats to his heart’s content, but the stomach of the wicked is empty.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/13.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The righteous one eats to the satisfying of his soul, but the belly of the wicked goes hungry. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/13.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />The righteous is eating to the satiety of his soul, "" And the belly of the wicked lacks!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/13.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> The righteous is eating to the satiety of his soul, And the belly of the wicked lacketh!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/13.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />The just one ate to fill his soul: and the belly of the unjust shall want.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/13.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The just eateth and filleth his soul: but the belly of the wicked is never to be filled. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/13.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />The just eats and fills his soul. But the belly of the impious is never satisfied.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/13.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />When the just eat, their hunger is appeased; but the belly of the wicked suffers want. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/13.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The righteous have enough to satisfy their appetite, but the belly of the wicked is empty.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/13.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The righteous man eats and is satisfied; but the belly of the wicked shall want.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/13.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The righteous eats and satisfies his soul, and the belly of the evil will want. <div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/13.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The righteous eateth to the satisfying of his desire; But the belly of the wicked shall want.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/13.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />A just <i>man</i> eats and satisfies his soul: but the souls of the ungodly are in want.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/13-25.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=2535" 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/13.htm">A Father's Discipline</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">24</span>He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him disciplines him diligently. <span class="reftext">25</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/6662.htm" title="6662: ṣad·dîq (Adj-ms) -- Just, righteous. From tsadaq; just.">A righteous</a> <a href="/hebrew/398.htm" title="398: ’ō·ḵêl (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To eat. A primitive root; to eat.">man eats</a> <a href="/hebrew/5315.htm" title="5315: nap̄·šōw (N-fsc:: 3ms) -- From naphash; properly, a breathing creature, i.e. Animal of vitality; used very widely in a literal, accommodated or figurative sense.">to his heart’s</a> <a href="/hebrew/7648.htm" title="7648: lə·śō·ḇa‘ (Prep-l:: N-msc) -- Satiety, abundance. From saba'; satisfaction (figuratively) joy).">content,</a> <a href="/hebrew/990.htm" title="990: ū·ḇe·ṭen (Conj-w:: N-fsc) -- From an unused root probably meaning to be hollow; the belly, especially the womb; also the bosom or body of anything.">but the stomach</a> <a href="/hebrew/7563.htm" title="7563: rə·šā·‘îm (Adj-mp) -- Wicked, criminal. From rasha'; morally wrong; concretely, an bad person.">of the wicked</a> <a href="/hebrew/2637.htm" title="2637: teḥ·sār (V-Qal-Imperf-3fs) -- To lack, need, be lacking, decrease. A primitive root; to lack; by implication, to fail, want, lessen.">is empty.</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="/psalms/34-10.htm">Psalm 34:10</a></span><br />Young lions go lacking and hungry, but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-6.htm">Matthew 5:6</a></span><br />Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-25.htm">Psalm 37:25</a></span><br />I once was young and now am old, yet never have I seen the righteous abandoned or their children begging for bread.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/6-21.htm">Luke 6:21</a></span><br />Blessed are you who hunger now, for you will be filled. Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/23-1.htm">Psalm 23:1</a></span><br />A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/6-35.htm">John 6:35</a></span><br />Jesus answered, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to Me will never hunger, and whoever believes in Me will never thirst.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/145-15.htm">Psalm 145:15-16</a></span><br />The eyes of all look to You, and You give them their food in season. / You open Your hand and satisfy the desire of every living thing.<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="/psalms/107-9.htm">Psalm 107:9</a></span><br />For He satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/6-31.htm">Matthew 6:31-33</a></span><br />Therefore do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ / For the Gentiles strive after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. / 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="/isaiah/65-13.htm">Isaiah 65:13</a></span><br />Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: “My servants will eat, but you will go hungry; My servants will drink, but you will go thirsty; My servants will rejoice, but you will be put to shame.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/6-8.htm">1 Timothy 6:8</a></span><br />But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with these.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/132-15.htm">Psalm 132:15</a></span><br />I will bless her with abundant provisions; I will satisfy her poor with bread.<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="/psalms/84-11.htm">Psalm 84:11</a></span><br />For the LORD God is a sun and a shield; the LORD gives grace and glory; He withholds no good thing from those who walk with integrity.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The righteous eats to the satisfying of his soul: but the belly of the wicked shall want.</p><p class="hdg">righteous</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/34-10.htm">Psalm 34:10</a></b></br> The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: but they that seek the LORD shall not want any good <i>thing</i>.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/37-3.htm">Psalm 37:3,16,18,19</a></b></br> Trust in the LORD, and do good; <i>so</i> shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_timothy/4-8.htm">1 Timothy 4:8</a></b></br> For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come.</p><p class="hdg">the belly</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/6-11.htm">Proverbs 6:11</a></b></br> So shall thy poverty come as one that travelleth, and thy want as an armed man.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/24-34.htm">Proverbs 24:34</a></b></br> So shall thy poverty come <i>as</i> one that travelleth; and thy want as an armed man.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/deuteronomy/28-48.htm">Deuteronomy 28:48</a></b></br> Therefore shalt thou serve thine enemies which the LORD shall send against thee, in hunger, and in thirst, and in nakedness, and in want of all <i>things</i>: and he shall put a yoke of iron upon thy neck, until he have destroyed thee.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/6-30.htm">Appetite</a> <a href="/psalms/139-13.htm">Belly</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-35.htm">Content</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-19.htm">Desire</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-2.htm">Eat</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-2.htm">Eateth</a> <a href="/psalms/127-2.htm">Eating</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-2.htm">Eats</a> <a href="/psalms/123-4.htm">Enough</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-6.htm">Evil-Doers</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-23.htm">Food</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-21.htm">Full</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-9.htm">Goes</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-23.htm">Hearts</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-3.htm">Hungry</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-12.htm">Lacketh</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-8.htm">Measure</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-18.htm">Need</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-22.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/psalms/78-25.htm">Satiety</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-30.htm">Satisfy</a> <a href="/psalms/145-16.htm">Satisfying</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-19.htm">Soul</a> <a href="/job/40-16.htm">Stomach</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-20.htm">Suffers</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-22.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-23.htm">Want</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-17.htm">Wicked</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/16-26.htm">Appetite</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-8.htm">Belly</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-23.htm">Content</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-27.htm">Desire</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-21.htm">Eat</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-18.htm">Eateth</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/4-5.htm">Eating</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-20.htm">Eats</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-13.htm">Enough</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-28.htm">Evil-Doers</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-14.htm">Food</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-14.htm">Full</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-2.htm">Goes</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-33.htm">Hearts</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-15.htm">Hungry</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-21.htm">Lacketh</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-14.htm">Measure</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-28.htm">Need</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-9.htm">Righteous</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/5-12.htm">Satiety</a> <a href="/isaiah/55-2.htm">Satisfy</a> <a href="/acts/14-17.htm">Satisfying</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-32.htm">Soul</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-20.htm">Stomach</a> <a href="/lamentations/1-4.htm">Suffers</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-2.htm">Upright</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-23.htm">Want</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-9.htm">Wicked</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 13</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/13-1.htm">a scoffer does not listen to rebuke</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, righteousness is often associated with obedience to God's commandments and living a life of integrity. The imagery of eating to one's heart's content suggests not only physical nourishment but also spiritual fulfillment. <a href="/psalms/37-25.htm">Psalm 37:25</a> supports this idea, stating that the righteous are never forsaken or left begging for bread. The concept of contentment is also echoed in <a href="/philippians/4-11.htm">Philippians 4:11-13</a>, where Paul speaks of being content in all circumstances through Christ. This phrase can be seen as a type of Christ, who is the Bread of Life (<a href="/john/6-35.htm">John 6:35</a>), providing ultimate satisfaction and sustenance to those who follow Him.<p><b>but the stomach of the wicked is empty</b><br>This part of the verse contrasts the fate of the wicked with that of the righteous. The emptiness of the wicked's stomach symbolizes a lack of fulfillment and the consequences of living a life contrary to God's ways. In the cultural and historical context of ancient Israel, food scarcity was a real threat, and being well-fed was a sign of God's blessing. The emptiness here can also be understood metaphorically, indicating spiritual barrenness and dissatisfaction. This aligns with <a href="/proverbs/10-3.htm">Proverbs 10:3</a>, which states that the Lord does not let the righteous go hungry, but He thwarts the craving of the wicked. The emptiness experienced by the wicked can be seen as a prophetic warning of the ultimate judgment and separation from God, as described in <a href="/matthew/25-41.htm">Matthew 25:41-46</a>, where those who did not follow God's ways are cast into eternal punishment.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/r/righteous_man.htm">Righteous Man</a></b><br>Represents those who live in accordance with God's will, seeking to follow His commandments and live a life of integrity and faithfulness.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/w/wicked.htm">Wicked</a></b><br>Refers to individuals who live contrary to God's laws, often characterized by selfishness, deceit, and moral corruption.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/h/heart's_content.htm">Heart’s Content</a></b><br>A metaphorical expression indicating satisfaction and fulfillment, not just in physical needs but also in spiritual and emotional well-being.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/s/stomach.htm">Stomach</a></b><br>Symbolizes physical needs and desires, but in this context, it also represents deeper spiritual hunger and emptiness.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally considered the author of Proverbs, known for his wisdom and understanding, which he imparted through these teachings.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_provision_for_the_righteous.htm">God’s Provision for the Righteous</a></b><br>God promises to meet the needs of those who live righteously. This provision is not just physical but also spiritual, offering peace and contentment.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_consequences_of_wickedness.htm">The Consequences of Wickedness</a></b><br>Living a life contrary to God’s ways leads to emptiness and unfulfilled desires. The wicked may pursue satisfaction, but they find themselves lacking true fulfillment.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/spiritual_fulfillment_over_physical_satisfaction.htm">Spiritual Fulfillment Over Physical Satisfaction</a></b><br>True contentment comes from a relationship with God. While physical needs are important, spiritual nourishment is essential for lasting satisfaction.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/pursuing_righteousness.htm">Pursuing Righteousness</a></b><br>Believers are encouraged to seek righteousness, trusting that God will provide for their needs. This pursuit aligns with God’s will and leads to a fulfilling life.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/contentment_in_god's_provision.htm">Contentment in God’s Provision</a></b><br>Learning to be content with what God provides is a mark of spiritual maturity. It reflects trust in God’s timing and sufficiency.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_13.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 13</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_reformed_epistemology.htm">What does 'lamp of the wicked' mean in Proverbs?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_faithful_believers_face_hunger.htm">If Proverbs 13:25 suggests the righteous will always have enough to eat, what explains faithful believers who endure hunger or famine?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_do_disasters_affect_all_people.htm">Proverbs 10:25 says the righteous remain firm in the storm--why then do natural disasters often strike believers and nonbelievers alike?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_is_kidron_valley_important.htm">What defines punitive justice?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/13.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(25) <span class= "bld">The righteous eateth to the satisfying of his soul--</span><span class= "ital">i.e.</span>, has enough for his wants. (See above on <a href="/proverbs/10-3.htm" title="The LORD will not suffer the soul of the righteous to famish: but he casts away the substance of the wicked.">Proverbs 10:3</a>.)<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/13.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 25.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The righteous eateth to the satisfying of his soul</span> (comp. <a href="/proverbs/10-3.htm">Proverbs 10:3</a>; <a href="/psalms/34-10.htm">Psalm 34:10</a>). The good man has always enough to satisfy his wants, because he is temperate, and his substance has the blessing of God. "The chief thing for life," says Siracides (Ecclus. 29:21), "is water, and bread, and clothing, and a house to cover shame." <span class="cmt_word">The belly of the wicked shall want.</span> The wicked are punished by penury and desires never satisfied. These different results are providentially ordered. <p> <p> <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/13-25.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">A righteous</span><br /><span class="heb">צַדִּ֗יק</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">man eats</span><br /><span class="heb">אֹ֭כֵל</span> <span class="translit">(’ō·ḵêl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_398.htm">Strong's 398: </a> </span><span class="str2">To eat</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to his heart’s</span><br /><span class="heb">נַפְשׁ֑וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(nap̄·šōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular<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">content,</span><br /><span class="heb">לְשֹׂ֣בַע</span> <span class="translit">(lə·śō·ḇa‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7648.htm">Strong's 7648: </a> </span><span class="str2">Satisfaction, joy)</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but the stomach</span><br /><span class="heb">וּבֶ֖טֶן</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ḇe·ṭen)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_990.htm">Strong's 990: </a> </span><span class="str2">The belly, the womb, the bosom, body of anything</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the wicked</span><br /><span class="heb">רְשָׁעִ֣ים</span> <span class="translit">(rə·šā·‘îm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7563.htm">Strong's 7563: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wrong, an, bad person</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is empty.</span><br /><span class="heb">תֶּחְסָֽר׃</span> <span class="translit">(teḥ·sār)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2637.htm">Strong's 2637: </a> </span><span class="str2">To lack, need, be lacking, decrease</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/13-25.htm">Proverbs 13:25 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/13-25.htm">Proverbs 13:25 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/13-25.htm">Proverbs 13:25 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/13-25.htm">Proverbs 13:25 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/13-25.htm">Proverbs 13:25 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/13-25.htm">Proverbs 13:25 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/13-25.htm">Proverbs 13:25 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/13-25.htm">Proverbs 13:25 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/13-25.htm">Proverbs 13:25 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/13-25.htm">Proverbs 13:25 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/13-25.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 13:25 The righteous one eats to the satisfying (Prov. 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