Proverbs 19:27
Proverbs 19:27 in Multiple Translations
If you cease to hear instruction, my son, you will stray from the words of knowledge.
Cease, my son, to hear the instruction that causeth to err from the words of knowledge.
Cease, my son, to hear instruction Only to err from the words of knowledge.
A son who no longer gives attention to teaching is turned away from the words of knowledge.
My son, stop listening to my instruction and you'll soon give up following wisdom.
My sonne, heare no more the instruction, that causeth to erre from ye words of knowledge.
Cease, my son, to hear instruction — To err from sayings of knowledge.
If you stop listening to instruction, my son, you will stray from the words of knowledge.
Cease, my son, to hear the instruction that causeth to err from the words of knowledge.
Cease not, O my son, to hear instruction, and be not ignorant of the words of knowledge.
My son, if you stop learning things, you will soon forget what you already know.
Berean Amplified Bible — Proverbs 19:27
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Proverbs 19:27 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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חַֽדַל
בְּ֭נִ/י
לִ/שְׁמֹ֣עַ
מוּסָ֑ר
לִ֝/שְׁג֗וֹת
מֵֽ/אִמְרֵי
דָֽעַת
חַֽדַל
châdal
H2308
to cease
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
בְּ֭נִ/י
bên
H1121
son
N-ms | Suff
לִ/שְׁמֹ֣עַ
shâmaʻ
H8085
to hear
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
מוּסָ֑ר
mûwçâr
H4148
discipline
N-ms
לִ֝/שְׁג֗וֹת
shâgâh
H7686
to wander
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
מֵֽ/אִמְרֵי
ʼêmer
H561
word
Prep | N-mp
דָֽעַת
daʻath
H1847
knowledge
N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Proverbs 19:27
חַֽדַל
châdal
H2308
"to cease"
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
To cease means to stop or end something, like when God told the Israelites to cease work on the Sabbath in Exodus 20:10. It can also mean to be idle or lacking. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a change in action or behavior.
Definition: 1) to stop, cease, desist, forego, cease to be, leave undone, forbear 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to cease, come to an end 1a2) to cease, leave off
Usage: Occurs in 56 OT verses. KJV: cease, end, fall, forbear, forsake, leave (off), let alone, rest, be unoccupied, want. See also: Genesis 11:8; 2 Chronicles 18:14; Psalms 36:4.
בְּ֭נִ/י
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
לִ/שְׁמֹ֣עַ
shâmaʻ
H8085
"to hear"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.
Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound
Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.
מוּסָ֑ר
mûwçâr
H4148
"discipline"
N-ms
This Hebrew term means discipline or correction, often used to describe God's guidance. In Psalm 50:17, it warns against rejecting God's discipline, while in Proverbs 1:7, it emphasizes the importance of discipline in gaining wisdom. It involves learning from mistakes.
Definition: : discipline/punishment 1) discipline, chastening, correction 1a) discipline, correction 1b) chastening
Usage: Occurs in 50 OT verses. KJV: bond, chastening(-eth), chastisement, check, correction, discipline, doctrine, instruction, rebuke. See also: Deuteronomy 11:2; Proverbs 15:10; Psalms 50:17.
לִ֝/שְׁג֗וֹת
shâgâh
H7686
"to wander"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
This word means to wander or stray, often used to describe someone who has made a moral mistake or is drunk, like in Proverbs 5:23. It can also mean to lead someone astray.
Definition: 1) to go astray, stray, err 1a)(Qal) 1a1) to err, stray 1a2) to swerve, meander, reel, roll, be intoxicated, err (in drunkenness) 1a3) to go astray (morally) 1a4) to commit sin of ignorance or inadvertence, err (ignorantly) 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to lead astray 1b2) to lead astray, mislead (mentally) 1b3) to lead astray (morally)
Usage: Occurs in 19 OT verses. KJV: (cause to) go astray, deceive, err, be ravished, sin through ignorance, (let, make to) wander. See also: Leviticus 4:13; Psalms 119:118; Psalms 119:10.
מֵֽ/אִמְרֵי
ʼêmer
H561
"word"
Prep | N-mp
This Hebrew word refers to a word or speech, like a promise or command from God. It is used in books like Genesis and Exodus to describe God's conversations with people.
Definition: utterance, speech, word, saying, promise, command
Usage: Occurs in 47 OT verses. KJV: answer, [idiom] appointed unto him, saying, speech, word. See also: Genesis 49:21; Psalms 141:6; Psalms 5:2.
דָֽעַת
daʻath
H1847
"knowledge"
N-fs
In the Bible, daath means knowledge or understanding, like when Solomon asked God for wisdom in 1 Kings 3:9. It involves skill and perception, and is often linked to wisdom. This concept appears in the book of Proverbs.
Definition: 1) knowledge 1a) knowledge, perception, skill 1b) discernment, understanding, wisdom
Usage: Occurs in 91 OT verses. KJV: cunning, (ig-) norantly, know(-ledge), (un-) awares (wittingly). See also: Genesis 2:9; Proverbs 14:7; Psalms 19:3.
Study Notes — Proverbs 19:27
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- Context
- Cross References
- Proverbs 19:27 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 19:27
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 19:27
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 19:27
- Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 19:27
- Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 19:27
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Proverbs 19:27
- Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 19:27
- Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 19:27
- Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 19:27
- Sermons on Proverbs 19:27
Context — The Man of Integrity
25Strike a mocker, and the simple will beware; rebuke the discerning man, and he will gain knowledge.
26He who assaults his father or evicts his mother is a son who brings shame and disgrace.
27If you cease to hear instruction, my son, you will stray from the words of knowledge.
28A corrupt witness mocks justice, and a wicked mouth swallows iniquity. 29Judgments are prepared for mockers, and beatings for the backs of fools.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Mark 4:24 | He went on to say, “Pay attention to what you hear. With the measure you use, it will be measured to you, and even more will be added to you. |
| 2 | 1 Timothy 6:3–5 | If anyone teaches another doctrine and disagrees with the sound words of our Lord Jesus Christ and with godly teaching, he is conceited and understands nothing. Instead, he has an unhealthy interest in controversies and semantics, out of which come envy, strife, abusive talk, evil suspicions, and constant friction between men of depraved mind who are devoid of the truth. These men regard godliness as a means of gain. |
| 3 | Matthew 7:15 | Beware of false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves. |
| 4 | Proverbs 14:7 | Stay away from a foolish man; you will gain no knowledge from his speech. |
| 5 | 2 Corinthians 11:13–15 | For such men are false apostles, deceitful workers, masquerading as apostles of Christ. And no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light. It is not surprising, then, if his servants masquerade as servants of righteousness. Their end will correspond to their actions. |
| 6 | 1 John 4:1 | Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God. For many false prophets have gone out into the world. |
| 7 | 1 Kings 22:22–28 | And he replied, ‘I will go out and be a lying spirit in the mouths of all his prophets.’ ‘You will surely entice him and prevail,’ said the LORD. ‘Go and do it.’ So you see, the LORD has put a lying spirit in the mouths of all these prophets of yours, and the LORD has pronounced disaster against you.” Then Zedekiah son of Chenaanah went up, struck Micaiah in the face, and demanded, “Which way did the Spirit of the LORD go when He departed from me to speak with you?” Micaiah replied, “You will soon see, on that day when you go and hide in an inner room.” And the king of Israel declared, “Take Micaiah and return him to Amon the governor of the city and to Joash the king’s son, and tell them that this is what the king says: ‘Put this man in prison and feed him only bread and water until I return safely.’” But Micaiah replied, “If you ever return safely, the LORD has not spoken through me.” Then he added, “Take heed, all you people!” |
| 8 | Ephesians 4:14 | Then we will no longer be infants, tossed about by the waves and carried around by every wind of teaching and by the clever cunning of men in their deceitful scheming. |
| 9 | John 10:5 | But they will never follow a stranger; in fact, they will flee from him because they do not recognize his voice.” |
| 10 | 1 Timothy 4:7 | But reject irreverent, silly myths. Instead, train yourself for godliness. |
Proverbs 19:27 Summary
[This verse means that if we stop listening to instruction and correction, we will start to stray away from what is true and right, and we will lose our way in life, as seen in Proverbs 10:17. It's like stopping to ask for directions on a road trip - if we don't, we might get lost and end up in the wrong place. By listening to instruction and correction, we can gain wisdom and knowledge, and stay on the right path, as seen in Proverbs 9:9 and Psalm 119:105. This is why it's so important to read the Bible and seek godly counsel, so we can stay grounded in the truth and live a life that honors God.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens when we stop listening to instruction?
According to Proverbs 19:27, if we cease to hear instruction, we will stray from the words of knowledge, which can lead to a life of foolishness and sin, as seen in Proverbs 10:17 and Proverbs 12:1.
Is it important to listen to instruction and correction?
Yes, the Bible teaches that listening to instruction and correction is crucial for gaining wisdom and knowledge, as stated in Proverbs 1:7 and Proverbs 9:9.
How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?
We can apply this verse by being diligent in seeking wisdom and knowledge through reading the Bible, such as Psalm 119:105, and listening to godly counsel, as seen in Proverbs 11:14.
What is the consequence of not listening to instruction?
The consequence of not listening to instruction is that we will stray from the words of knowledge, which can lead to a life of sin and foolishness, and ultimately, separation from God, as seen in Isaiah 55:8-9 and Romans 1:28-32.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I have stopped listening to instruction and correction, and how can I start seeking wisdom and knowledge again?
- How can I cultivate a heart that is receptive to instruction and correction, and what role does humility play in this process, as seen in Proverbs 22:4 and James 4:10?
- What are some practical ways I can seek wisdom and knowledge on a daily basis, such as reading the Bible, praying, and seeking godly counsel, as seen in Psalm 1:1-3 and Proverbs 11:14?
- How can I balance the need to listen to instruction and correction with the need to trust my own convictions and judgment, and what role does discernment play in this process, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Romans 12:2?
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 19:27
Cease, my son, to hear the instruction,.... The counsel of bad men, or the doctrine of false teachers.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 19:27
Cease, my son, to hear the instruction that causeth to err from the words of knowledge.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 19:27
If thou hast formerly, yet do not now any longer hearken to those false doctrines or evil counsels which tend to withdraw thee from the belief or practice of God’ s holy word.
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 19:27
Proverbs 19:27 Cease, my son, to hear the instruction [that causeth] to err from the words of knowledge.Ver. 27. Cease, my son, to hear the instruction.] "Beware of false prophets." Take heed also what books ye read; for as water relisheth of the soil it runs through, so doth the soul of the authors that a man readeth.
Ellicott's Commentary on Proverbs 19:27
(27) Cease, my son, to hear the instruction that causeth to err . . .—Or the passage may mean, Cease to hear instruction if you are only going to err afterwards—Make up your mind what you are intending to do hereafter, and act now accordingly; better not know the truth than learn it only to desert it. (Comp. 2 Peter 2:21.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Proverbs 19:27
Verse 27. Cease, my son] Hear nothing that would lead thee away from God and his truth.
Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 19:27
27. That causeth to err] The Heb. is simply, Cease to hear instruction to err. This may mean either, with A.V., Do not listen to instruction which if you follow it will lead you astray; or better, with R.V., Do not listen to (good) instruction, only to neglect it, and err in spite of it. Comp. James 1:22; Matthew 7:26-27.
Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 19:27
literally, Cease, my son, to hear instruction, that thou mayest err from the words of knowledge; advice given ironically to do that to which his weakness leads him, with a clear knowledge of the evil to which he is drifting.
Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 19:27
27. Cease… to hear the instruction that causeth to err — The verse is difficult.
Sermons on Proverbs 19:27
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Schools Teaching Kids to Reject Bible by Kent Hovind | The video is a sermon transcript discussing the importance of teaching the creation story and the flaws in the theory of evolution. The speaker shares a personal experience of spea |
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Listening, Unburdening & Worshipping - Part 1 by Zac Poonen | This sermon focuses on the story of Mary of Bethany and how Jesus elevated women in society, emphasizing the importance of learning from godly women and embracing equality between |
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Hold Fast by J.C. Ryle | J.C. Ryle emphasizes the critical importance of holding fast to the truth of the Gospel amidst the challenges and controversies faced by the Church. He warns against the temptation |
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Love's Last Letter by Christopher Love | Christopher Love, a martyr for his faith, writes a heartfelt letter to his wife on the day of his execution, encouraging her to find comfort in God's promises and to continue raisi |
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He Will Teach His Ways by Mary Wilder Tileston | Mary Wilder Tileston emphasizes the importance of seeking God's teaching and guidance in order to walk in His ways and paths, acknowledging our need to learn from Him and be direct |
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Christian Growth - Part 1 by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of waiting for God to intervene and perform miracles in our lives. He compares the audience to a mini pool of Bethesda, where |
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To Love the Word of God (Part 1) by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of basing our lives and actions on the unchanging word of God rather than the ever-changing trends of society. He highlights |