Proverbs 23:24
Proverbs 23:24 in Multiple Translations
The father of a righteous man will greatly rejoice, and he who fathers a wise son will delight in him.
The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice: and he that begetteth a wise child shall have joy of him.
The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice; And he that begetteth a wise child will have joy of him.
The father of the upright man will be glad, and he who has a wise child will have joy because of him.
Children who do right make their fathers very happy; a wise son brings joy to his father.
The father of the righteous shall greatly reioyce, and hee that begetteth a wise childe, shall haue ioy of him.
The father of the righteous rejoiceth greatly, The begetter of the wise rejoiceth in him.
The father of the righteous has great joy. Whoever fathers a wise child delights in him.
The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice: and he that begetteth a wise child shall have joy of him.
The father of the just rejoiceth greatly: he that hath begotten a wise son, shall have joy in him.
Righteous children will cause their parents to be very happy; those whose children are wise are proud of them.
Berean Amplified Bible — Proverbs 23:24
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Proverbs 23:24 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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גול
גִּ֣יל
יגול
יָ֭גִיל
אֲבִ֣י
צַדִּ֑יק
יולד
וְ/יוֹלֵ֥ד
חָ֝כָ֗ם
ו/ישמח
יִשְׂמַח
בּֽ/וֹ
גול
gîyl
H1524
rejoicing
V-Qal-Ptc
גִּ֣יל
gîyl
H1524
rejoicing
V-Qal-Ptc
יגול
gîyl
H1523
to rejoice
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
יָ֭גִיל
gîyl
H1523
to rejoice
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
אֲבִ֣י
ʼâb
H1
father
N-ms
צַדִּ֑יק
tsaddîyq
H6662
righteous
Adj
יולד
yâlad
H3205
to beget
V-Qal
וְ/יוֹלֵ֥ד
yâlad
H3205
to beget
Conj | V-Qal
חָ֝כָ֗ם
châkâm
H2450
wise
Adj
ו/ישמח
sâmach
H8055
to rejoice
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
יִשְׂמַח
sâmach
H8055
to rejoice
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
בּֽ/וֹ
sâmach
H8055
to rejoice
Prep | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Proverbs 23:24
גול
gîyl
H1524
"rejoicing"
V-Qal-Ptc
This word can mean youth or a period of time, but also joy, as in a sense of gladness or rejoicing, used in various KJV translations.
Definition: a rejoicing
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] exceedingly, gladness, [idiom] greatly, joy, rejoice(-ing), sort. See also: Job 3:22; Isaiah 16:10; Psalms 43:4.
גִּ֣יל
gîyl
H1524
"rejoicing"
V-Qal-Ptc
This word can mean youth or a period of time, but also joy, as in a sense of gladness or rejoicing, used in various KJV translations.
Definition: a rejoicing
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] exceedingly, gladness, [idiom] greatly, joy, rejoice(-ing), sort. See also: Job 3:22; Isaiah 16:10; Psalms 43:4.
יגול
gîyl
H1523
"to rejoice"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to rejoice or be glad, often expressing strong emotions like joy or fear, as seen in the KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to rejoice, exult, be glad 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rejoice 1a2) to tremble (from fear)
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: be glad, joy, be joyful, rejoice. See also: 1 Chronicles 16:31; Proverbs 23:25; Psalms 2:11.
יָ֭גִיל
gîyl
H1523
"to rejoice"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to rejoice or be glad, often expressing strong emotions like joy or fear, as seen in the KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to rejoice, exult, be glad 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rejoice 1a2) to tremble (from fear)
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: be glad, joy, be joyful, rejoice. See also: 1 Chronicles 16:31; Proverbs 23:25; Psalms 2:11.
אֲבִ֣י
ʼâb
H1
"father"
N-ms
In Hebrew, this word means father, whether literal or figurative. It is used to describe God as the father of his people, as well as human fathers like Abraham. The word is about a paternal relationship or authority.
Definition: 1) father of an individual 2) of God as father of his people 3) head or founder of a household, group, family, or clan 4) ancestor 4a) grandfather, forefathers - of person 4b) of people 5) originator or patron of a class, profession, or art 6) of producer, generator (fig.) 7) of benevolence and protection (fig.) 8) term of respect and honour 9) ruler or chief (spec.) Also means: av (אַב "father" H0002)
Usage: Occurs in 1060 OT verses. KJV: chief, (fore-) father(-less), [idiom] patrimony, principal. Compare names in 'Abi-'. See also: Genesis 2:24; Genesis 42:37; Leviticus 19:3.
צַדִּ֑יק
tsaddîyq
H6662
"righteous"
Adj
Means being just or righteous, as seen in government, personal conduct, or character, often describing someone made right with God. It appears in descriptions of King David and other biblical leaders. The concept is central to the Bible's teachings on morality and ethics.
Definition: 1) just, lawful, righteous 1a) just, righteous (in government) 1b) just, right (in one's cause) 1c) just, righteous (in conduct and character) 1d) righteous (as justified and vindicated by God) 1e) right, correct, lawful
Usage: Occurs in 197 OT verses. KJV: just, lawful, righteous (man). See also: Genesis 6:9; Proverbs 10:31; Psalms 1:5.
יולד
yâlad
H3205
"to beget"
V-Qal
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to give birth or beget a child, like when Eve gave birth to Cain in Genesis 4:1. It can also mean to help someone give birth, like a midwife. This word is used in many KJV translations, including Genesis and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) to bear, bringforth, beget, gender, travail 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to bear, bring forth 1a1a) of child birth 1a1b) of distress (simile) 1a1c) of wicked (behaviour) 1a2) to beget 1b) (Niphal) to be born 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to cause or help to bring forth 1c2) to assist or tend as a midwife 1c3) midwife (participle) 1d) (Pual) to be born 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to beget (a child) 1e2) to bear (fig. -of wicked bringing forth iniquity) 1f) (Hophal) day of birth, birthday (infinitive) 1g) (Hithpael) to declare one's birth (pedigree)
Usage: Occurs in 403 OT verses. KJV: bear, beget, birth(-day), born, (make to) bring forth (children, young), bring up, calve, child, come, be delivered (of a child), time of delivery, gender, hatch, labour, (do the office of a) midwife, declare pedigrees, be the son of, (woman in, woman that) travail(-eth, -ing woman). See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 30:19; 2 Samuel 21:22.
וְ/יוֹלֵ֥ד
yâlad
H3205
"to beget"
Conj | V-Qal
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to give birth or beget a child, like when Eve gave birth to Cain in Genesis 4:1. It can also mean to help someone give birth, like a midwife. This word is used in many KJV translations, including Genesis and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) to bear, bringforth, beget, gender, travail 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to bear, bring forth 1a1a) of child birth 1a1b) of distress (simile) 1a1c) of wicked (behaviour) 1a2) to beget 1b) (Niphal) to be born 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to cause or help to bring forth 1c2) to assist or tend as a midwife 1c3) midwife (participle) 1d) (Pual) to be born 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to beget (a child) 1e2) to bear (fig. -of wicked bringing forth iniquity) 1f) (Hophal) day of birth, birthday (infinitive) 1g) (Hithpael) to declare one's birth (pedigree)
Usage: Occurs in 403 OT verses. KJV: bear, beget, birth(-day), born, (make to) bring forth (children, young), bring up, calve, child, come, be delivered (of a child), time of delivery, gender, hatch, labour, (do the office of a) midwife, declare pedigrees, be the son of, (woman in, woman that) travail(-eth, -ing woman). See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 30:19; 2 Samuel 21:22.
חָ֝כָ֗ם
châkâm
H2450
"wise"
Adj
This word means wise or skilled, describing someone intelligent or crafty, like a cunning man or a prudent leader.
Definition: 1) wise, wise (man) 1a) skilful (in technical work) 1b) wise (in administration) 1c) shrewd, crafty, cunning, wily, subtle 1d) learned, shrewd (class of men) 1e) prudent 1f) wise (ethically and religiously)
Usage: Occurs in 133 OT verses. KJV: cunning (man), subtil, (un-), wise((hearted), man). See also: Genesis 41:8; Proverbs 16:14; Psalms 49:11.
ו/ישמח
sâmach
H8055
"to rejoice"
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This verb means to rejoice or be glad, often used in a religious sense, like when the Israelites rejoiced at the dedication of the temple in 1 Kings 8:66.
Definition: 1) to rejoice, be glad 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rejoice 1a2) to rejoice (arrogantly), exult (at) 1a3) to rejoice (religiously) 1b) (Piel) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad 1c) (Hiphil) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad
Usage: Occurs in 148 OT verses. KJV: cheer up, be (make) glad, (have, make) joy(-ful), be (make) merry, (cause to, make to) rejoice, [idiom] very. See also: Exodus 4:14; Psalms 92:5; Psalms 5:12.
יִשְׂמַח
sâmach
H8055
"to rejoice"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This verb means to rejoice or be glad, often used in a religious sense, like when the Israelites rejoiced at the dedication of the temple in 1 Kings 8:66.
Definition: 1) to rejoice, be glad 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rejoice 1a2) to rejoice (arrogantly), exult (at) 1a3) to rejoice (religiously) 1b) (Piel) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad 1c) (Hiphil) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad
Usage: Occurs in 148 OT verses. KJV: cheer up, be (make) glad, (have, make) joy(-ful), be (make) merry, (cause to, make to) rejoice, [idiom] very. See also: Exodus 4:14; Psalms 92:5; Psalms 5:12.
בּֽ/וֹ
sâmach
H8055
"to rejoice"
Prep | Suff
This verb means to rejoice or be glad, often used in a religious sense, like when the Israelites rejoiced at the dedication of the temple in 1 Kings 8:66.
Definition: 1) to rejoice, be glad 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to rejoice 1a2) to rejoice (arrogantly), exult (at) 1a3) to rejoice (religiously) 1b) (Piel) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad 1c) (Hiphil) to cause to rejoice, gladden, make glad
Usage: Occurs in 148 OT verses. KJV: cheer up, be (make) glad, (have, make) joy(-ful), be (make) merry, (cause to, make to) rejoice, [idiom] very. See also: Exodus 4:14; Psalms 92:5; Psalms 5:12.
Study Notes — Proverbs 23:24
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Context — Saying 17
22Listen to your father who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old.
23Invest in truth and never sell it— in wisdom and instruction and understanding.
24The father of a righteous man will greatly rejoice, and he who fathers a wise son will delight in him.
25May your father and mother be glad, and may she who gave you birth rejoice! 26My son, give me your heart, and let your eyes delight in my ways.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 10:1 | The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son grief to his mother. |
| 2 | Proverbs 15:20 | A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish man despises his mother. |
| 3 | Proverbs 23:15–16 | My son, if your heart is wise, my own heart will indeed rejoice. My inmost being will rejoice when your lips speak what is right. |
| 4 | Proverbs 29:3 | A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth. |
| 5 | Philemon 1:20 | Yes, brother, let me have some benefit from you in the Lord. Refresh my heart in Christ. |
| 6 | Philemon 1:9 | I prefer to appeal on the basis of love. For I, Paul, am now aged, and a prisoner of Christ Jesus as well. |
| 7 | Ecclesiastes 2:19 | And who knows whether that man will be wise or foolish? Yet he will take over all the labor at which I have worked skillfully under the sun. This too is futile. |
| 8 | 1 Kings 2:9 | Now therefore, do not hold him guiltless, for you are a wise man. You know what you ought to do to him to bring his gray head down to Sheol in blood.” |
| 9 | 1 Kings 2:1–3 | As the time drew near for David to die, he charged his son Solomon, “I am about to go the way of all the earth. So be strong and prove yourself a man. And keep the charge of the LORD your God to walk in His ways and to keep His statutes, commandments, ordinances, and decrees, as is written in the Law of Moses, so that you may prosper in all you do and wherever you turn, |
| 10 | 1 Kings 1:48 | saying, ‘Blessed be the LORD, the God of Israel! Today He has provided one to sit on my throne, and my eyes have seen it.’” |
Proverbs 23:24 Summary
This verse, Proverbs 23:24, tells us that when children live wisely and righteously, their parents are filled with joy and delight. It's like when a child makes good choices and does what's right, it makes their parents happy and proud, as seen in Proverbs 10:1. As children of God, we can also bring joy to our heavenly Father when we follow His ways and seek wisdom, as encouraged in Proverbs 2:6 and Jeremiah 29:11. By living according to God's standards, we can bring glory to Him and honor to our parents, which is a wonderful thing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be a righteous man in Proverbs 23:24?
To be a righteous man means to live according to God's standards, as seen in Psalms 1:1-6, and to make choices that align with His will, as taught in Proverbs 10:2-3.
How can parents rejoice in their children's wisdom and righteousness?
Parents can rejoice when their children follow God's ways, as expressed in Proverbs 22:6, and when they make wise decisions, as encouraged in Proverbs 10:8-9, which brings glory to God, as stated in Proverbs 22:1.
Is it the parents' responsibility to ensure their children become wise and righteous?
While parents play a significant role in teaching and guiding their children, as seen in Deuteronomy 6:6-7 and Ephesians 6:4, ultimately, a child's wisdom and righteousness come from their personal relationship with God, as emphasized in Proverbs 9:10 and Matthew 22:37-38.
How does this verse relate to the command to honor one's parents?
This verse is closely tied to the command to honor one's parents, as seen in Exodus 20:12 and Ephesians 6:1-3, as it highlights the joy and delight that comes from a child's wise and righteous living, which brings honor to their parents and glory to God.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can demonstrate righteousness and wisdom in my daily life, and how can I bring joy to my parents and glory to God?
- How can I, as a parent, create an environment that fosters wisdom and righteousness in my children, and what are some biblical principles I can apply?
- In what ways can I show appreciation and gratitude to my parents for their guidance and influence in my life, and how can I honor them in a way that pleases God?
- What are some potential consequences of not following God's ways and not seeking wisdom, and how can I learn from the examples in Scripture, such as Proverbs 10:17 and Proverbs 12:1?
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 23:24
The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice,.... Or "in rejoicing shall rejoice" (d), in his son; not that he is rich, but righteous, truly righteous, internally and externally; having the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 23:24
The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice: and he that begetteth a wise child shall have joy of him. The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice - (Proverbs 23:15.)
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 23:24
Proverbs 23:24 The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice: and he that begetteth a wise [child] shall have joy of him.Ver. 24. The father of the righteous, &c.]
Sermons on Proverbs 23:24
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A Truly Wealthy Man by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of discipline and godly parenting. He shares a personal story of witnessing a mother and her joyful son in the congregation, |
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(Proverbs) ch.22:12 - 23:35 by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen emphasizes the importance of truth, integrity, and discipline in his sermon on Proverbs 22:12 - 23:35. He highlights that God stands with those who uphold truth and warn |
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The Cry of Wisdom by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the concept of wisdom and its connection to intelligence and understanding. He highlights the complexity and intricacy of the human bod |
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Fatherly Exhortation Part 1 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith gives fatherly exhortations and advice to his son. He emphasizes the importance of not getting caught up in the crowd of drinkers and gluttons, a |
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Perilous Times Shall Come by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of preaching the truth, even at the cost of one's life. He references the story of Leonard Ravenhill, who sang praises to God |
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Epistle 138 by George Fox | George Fox preaches to the prisoners of the Lord Jesus Christ, reminding them that they are not their own but purchased with His blood, cleansed, and justified. He encourages them |
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Living by New Covenant Standards by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of forgiveness as a key aspect of being ready for the Lord's coming. It delves into the story of David and Shimei, highlighting the critical n |