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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/proverbs/23.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/23.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />You will vomit up the little you have eaten and will have wasted your compliments.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/23.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />You will throw up what little you’ve eaten, and your compliments will be wasted.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/23.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />You will vomit up the morsels that you have eaten, and waste your pleasant words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/23.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />You will vomit up what little you have eaten and waste your pleasant words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/23.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The morsel <i>which</i> thou hast eaten shalt thou vomit up, and lose thy sweet words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/23.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The morsel you have eaten, you will vomit up, And waste your pleasant words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/23.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />You will vomit up the morsel you have eaten And waste your compliments.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/23.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />You will vomit up the morsel you have eaten, And waste your compliments.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/23.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />You will vomit up the morsel you have eaten, And waste your compliments.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/23.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />You will vomit up the morsel you have eaten, And you will corrupt your pleasant words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/23.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The morsel which you have eaten you will vomit up, And you will waste your compliments.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/23.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />You will vomit the little you’ve eaten and waste your pleasant words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/23.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />You will vomit the little you&#8217ve eaten and waste your pleasant words. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/23.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />The morsel which thou hast eaten shalt thou vomit up, And lose thy sweet words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/23.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Each bite will come back up, and all your kind words will be wasted. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/23.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The morsel which thou hast eaten shalt thou vomit up, and lose thy sweet words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/23.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />You will vomit the little bit you have eaten and spoil your pleasant conversation.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/23.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />You will vomit up what you have eaten, and all your flattery will be wasted. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/23.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />You'll vomit up what little you've eaten, and your compliments will have been wasted.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/23.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />You will vomit up what little you have eaten and waste your pleasant words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/23.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />you will vomit up the little bit you have eaten, and will have wasted your pleasant words. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/23.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The morsel which you have eaten you shall vomit up, and lose your good words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/23.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The morsel which thou hast eaten shalt thou vomit up, and lose thy sweet words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/23.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />You will vomit up the morsel which you have eaten and waste your pleasant words. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/23.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />You vomit up your morsel you have eaten, "" And have marred your words that [are] sweet.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/23.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Thy morsel thou hast eaten thou dost vomit up, And hast marred thy words that are sweet.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/23.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Thy morsel which thou didst eat thou shalt vomit forth and destroy thy pleasant words.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/23.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The meats which thou hadst eaten, thou shalt vomit up: and shalt loose thy beautiful words. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/23.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />The foods that you had eaten, you will vomit up. And you will lose the beauty in your words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/23.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The little you have eaten you will vomit up, and you will have wasted your agreeable words. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/23.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />You will vomit up the little you have eaten, and you will waste your pleasant words.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/23.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The morsel which you have eaten you will vomit up, and you will lose your sweet words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/23.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And the bread that you eat, you vomit, and you spoil your sweet words.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/23.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The morsel which thou hast eaten shalt thou vomit up, And lose thy sweet words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/23.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />for he will vomit it up, and spoil thy fair words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/23-8.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=4635" 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/23.htm">True Riches</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">7</span>for he is keeping track, inwardly counting the cost. “Eat and drink,” he says to you, but his heart is not with you. <span class="reftext">8</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/6958.htm" title="6958: ṯə·qî·’en·nāh (V-Hifil-Imperf-2ms:: 3fse) -- Spue out, vomit out, up, up again. Or qayah; a primitive root; to vomit.">You will vomit up</a> <a href="/hebrew/6595.htm" title="6595: pit·tə·ḵā- (N-fsc:: 2ms) -- Fragment, bit, morsel. From pathath; a bit.">what little</a> <a href="/hebrew/398.htm" title="398: ’ā·ḵal·tā (V-Qal-Perf-2ms) -- To eat. A primitive root; to eat.">you have eaten</a> <a href="/hebrew/7843.htm" title="7843: wə·ši·ḥa·tā (Conj-w:: V-Piel-ConjPerf-2ms) -- Perhaps to go to ruin. A primitive root; to decay, i.e. ruin.">and waste</a> <a href="/hebrew/5273.htm" title="5273: han·nə·‘î·mîm (Art:: Adj-mp) -- Pleasant, delightful. From na'em; delightful.">your pleasant</a> <a href="/hebrew/1697.htm" title="1697: də·ḇā·re·ḵā (N-mpc:: 2ms) -- Speech, word. From dabar; a word; by implication, a matter or thing; adverbially, a cause.">words.</a> </span><span class="reftext">9</span>Do not speak to a fool, for he will despise the wisdom of your words.…<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/141-4.htm">Psalm 141:4</a></span><br />Do not let my heart be drawn to any evil thing or take part in works of wickedness with men who do iniquity; let me not feast on their delicacies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/5-10.htm">Ecclesiastes 5:10</a></span><br />He who loves money is never satisfied by money, and he who loves wealth is never satisfied by income. This too is futile.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/55-2.htm">Isaiah 55:2</a></span><br />Why spend money on that which is not bread, and your labor on that which does not satisfy? Listen carefully to Me, and eat what is good, and your soul will delight in the richest of foods.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/15-16.htm">Jeremiah 15:16</a></span><br />Your words were found, and I ate them. Your words became my joy and my heart’s delight. For I bear Your name, O LORD God of Hosts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/4-14.htm">Ezekiel 4:14</a></span><br />“Ah, Lord GOD,” I said, “I have never defiled myself. From my youth until now I have not eaten anything found dead or mauled by wild beasts. No unclean meat has ever entered my mouth.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/20-15.htm">Job 20:15</a></span><br />He swallows wealth but vomits it out; God will force it from his stomach.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/69-22.htm">Psalm 69:22</a></span><br />May their table become a snare; may it be a retribution and a trap.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/28-8.htm">Isaiah 28:8</a></span><br />For all their tables are covered with vomit; there is not a place without filth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/6-20.htm">Jeremiah 6:20</a></span><br />What use to Me is frankincense from Sheba or sweet cane from a distant land? Your burnt offerings are not acceptable; your sacrifices do not please Me.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/33-31.htm">Ezekiel 33:31</a></span><br />So My people come to you as usual, sit before you, and hear your words; but they do not put them into practice. Although they express love with their mouths, their hearts pursue dishonest gain.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/15-11.htm">Matthew 15:11</a></span><br />A man is not defiled by what enters his mouth, but by what comes out of it.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/7-15.htm">Mark 7:15</a></span><br />Nothing that enters a man from the outside can defile him; but the things that come out of a man, these are what defile him.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/6-45.htm">Luke 6:45</a></span><br />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="/1_corinthians/10-21.htm">1 Corinthians 10:21</a></span><br />You cannot drink the cup of the Lord and the cup of demons too; you cannot partake in the table of the Lord and the table of demons too.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/11-29.htm">1 Corinthians 11:29</a></span><br />For anyone who eats and drinks without recognizing the body eats and drinks judgment on himself.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The morsel which you have eaten shall you vomit up, and lose your sweet words.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/9-17.htm">Eaten</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-7.htm">Food</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-9.htm">Good</a> <a href="/job/31-39.htm">Lose</a> <a href="/exodus/21-26.htm">Marred</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-1.htm">Morsel</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-8.htm">Morsels</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-18.htm">Pleasant</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-18.htm">Pleasing</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-17.htm">Sweet</a> <a href="/job/20-15.htm">Vomit</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-19.htm">Waste</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-20.htm">Wasted</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-5.htm">Wilt</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-21.htm">Words</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/30-17.htm">Eaten</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-28.htm">Food</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-23.htm">Good</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/3-6.htm">Lose</a> <a href="/isaiah/52-14.htm">Marred</a> <a href="/john/13-26.htm">Morsel</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-22.htm">Morsels</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-4.htm">Pleasant</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-4.htm">Pleasing</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-13.htm">Sweet</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-16.htm">Vomit</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-15.htm">Waste</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/10-19.htm">Wasted</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-14.htm">Wilt</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-9.htm">Words</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 23</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/23-1.htm">Consider carefully what is before you</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/23.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/23.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>You will vomit up what little you have eaten</b><br>This phrase suggests the futility and regret that comes from partaking in something that initially seemed beneficial or desirable but ultimately proves to be harmful or deceptive. In the context of Proverbs, it often refers to the consequences of associating with those who are deceitful or have ulterior motives. The imagery of vomiting indicates a violent rejection of what was consumed, symbolizing the body's natural response to expel what is harmful. This can be connected to the broader biblical theme of discerning true wisdom and avoiding the snares of the wicked, as seen in <a href="/proverbs/1-10.htm">Proverbs 1:10-19</a>. The act of vomiting also reflects a loss of what was gained, emphasizing the temporary and unsatisfying nature of ill-gotten gains or pleasures.<p><b>and waste your pleasant words.</b><br>This part of the verse highlights the futility of trying to appease or flatter someone who is insincere or has malicious intent. In the cultural context of ancient Israel, sharing a meal was a sign of fellowship and trust, and words spoken during such times were expected to be genuine and meaningful. However, when dealing with those who are deceitful, even well-intentioned words become wasted efforts. This can be related to Jesus' teaching in <a href="/matthew/7-6.htm">Matthew 7:6</a> about not casting pearls before swine, indicating the importance of discernment in sharing wisdom and kindness. The phrase underscores the biblical principle that true wisdom involves not only knowing what to say but also understanding when and to whom it should be said.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. He compiled these sayings to impart wisdom and understanding.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_fool.htm">The Fool</a></b><br>While not directly mentioned in this verse, the context of Proverbs often contrasts the wise with the foolish, implying that the actions described are those of a fool.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_meal.htm">The Meal</a></b><br>The act of eating in this verse symbolizes partaking in something that seems beneficial or pleasurable but ultimately leads to regret.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/d/discernment_in_relationships.htm">Discernment in Relationships</a></b><br>Be cautious about the company you keep and the motives behind their generosity. Not all offers of friendship or gifts are genuine.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_consequences_of_indulgence.htm">The Consequences of Indulgence</a></b><br>Pursuing temporary pleasures can lead to regret and dissatisfaction. Seek what is truly fulfilling and lasting.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/guard_your_words.htm">Guard Your Words</a></b><br>Pleasant words can be wasted on those who do not appreciate them. Use discernment in your speech and invest in relationships that are mutually edifying.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/true_satisfaction.htm">True Satisfaction</a></b><br>True contentment comes from God and aligning with His will, not from material possessions or superficial relationships.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_23.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 23</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_proverbs_23_9_conflict_with_sharing_truth.htm">Proverbs 23:9 says not to speak to a fool; does this conflict with the New Testament's call to share truth with everyone?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_proverbs_8's_wisdom_align_with_john_1.htm">Throughout Proverbs 8, wisdom is personified. Does this depiction align or conflict with other biblical references to God's attributes (e.g., John 1:1-3)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_is_wisdom_eternal_like_god.htm">Proverbs 8:22-23: How can wisdom be 'brought forth' before creation, if God alone is eternal and uncreated?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'sanctify_the_lord'_mean.htm">What does 'Stolen Water is Sweet' mean?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/23.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(8) <span class= "bld">Shalt thou vomit up.</span>--Shalt be disgusted at having partaken of hospitality which was not freely offered to thee.<p><span class= "bld">And lose thy sweet words.--</span>All thy civil speeches and thanks for the cold welcome thou hast had.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/23.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 8.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The morsel which thou hast eaten shall thou vomit up.</span> Food thus grudgingly bestowed will only create disgust, and do thee no good; thou wilt feel annoyed to have eaten it, and wilt long to get rid of it. <span class="cmt_word">And lose thy sweet words.</span> You will have expended in vain your civil speeches and thanks for the entertainment provided for you; you really owe no gratitude for fare so grudgingly bestowed. Some think that by the "sweet words" are meant the conversation at table with which you have endeavoured to amuse your host - the witty sayings, enigmas, and apothegms, which entered so largely into the programme of a good talker. All such efforts are thrown away on the jealous, morose host. But the former explanation is more agreeable to the context. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/23-8.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">You will vomit up</span><br /><span class="heb">תְקִיאֶ֑נָּה</span> <span class="translit">(ṯə·qî·’en·nāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - second person masculine singular | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6958.htm">Strong's 6958: </a> </span><span class="str2">Spue out, vomit out, up, up again </span><br /><br /><span class="word">what little</span><br /><span class="heb">פִּֽתְּךָ־</span> <span class="translit">(pit·tə·ḵā-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6595.htm">Strong's 6595: </a> </span><span class="str2">Fragment, bit, morsel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">you have eaten</span><br /><span class="heb">אָכַ֥לְתָּ</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·ḵal·tā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - second person 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">and waste</span><br /><span class="heb">וְ֝שִׁחַ֗תָּ</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ši·ḥa·tā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7843.htm">Strong's 7843: </a> </span><span class="str2">Perhaps to go to ruin</span><br /><br /><span class="word">your pleasant</span><br /><span class="heb">הַנְּעִימִֽים׃</span> <span class="translit">(han·nə·‘î·mîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5273.htm">Strong's 5273: </a> </span><span class="str2">Pleasant, delightful</span><br /><br /><span class="word">words.</span><br /><span class="heb">דְּבָרֶ֥יךָ</span> <span class="translit">(də·ḇā·re·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1697.htm">Strong's 1697: </a> </span><span class="str2">A word, a matter, thing, a cause</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/23-8.htm">Proverbs 23:8 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/23-8.htm">Proverbs 23:8 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/23-8.htm">Proverbs 23:8 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/23-8.htm">Proverbs 23:8 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/23-8.htm">Proverbs 23:8 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/23-8.htm">Proverbs 23:8 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/23-8.htm">Proverbs 23:8 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/23-8.htm">Proverbs 23:8 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/23-8.htm">Proverbs 23:8 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/23-8.htm">Proverbs 23:8 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/23-8.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 23:8 The morsel which you have eaten you (Prov. 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