Proverbs 24:25
Proverbs 24:25 in Multiple Translations
but it will go well with those who convict the guilty, and rich blessing will come upon them.
But to them that rebuke him shall be delight, and a good blessing shall come upon them.
But to them that rebuke him shall be delight, And a good blessing shall come upon them.
But those who say sharp words to him will have delight, and a blessing of good will come on them.
while those who convict the guilty will be appreciated, and will receive a rich blessing.
But to them that rebuke him, shall be pleasure, and vpon them shall come the blessing of goodnesse.
And to those reproving it is pleasant, And on them cometh a good blessing.
but it will go well with those who convict the guilty, and a rich blessing will come on them.
But to them that rebuke him shall be delight, and a good blessing shall come upon them.
They that rebuke him, shall be praised: and a blessing shall come upon them.
but if judges say that guilty people must be punished, things will go well for those judges, and ◄they will receive blessings/God will bless them►.
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Proverbs 24:25 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/לַ/מּוֹכִיחִ֥ים
יִנְעָ֑ם
וַֽ֝/עֲלֵי/הֶ֗ם
תָּב֥וֹא
בִרְכַּת
טֽוֹב
וְ/לַ/מּוֹכִיחִ֥ים
yâkach
H3198
to rebuke
Conj | Prep | V-Hiphil
יִנְעָ֑ם
nâʻêm
H5276
be pleasant
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
וַֽ֝/עֲלֵי/הֶ֗ם
ʻal
H5921
upon
Conj | Prep | Suff
תָּב֥וֹא
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
בִרְכַּת
Bᵉrâkâh
H1293
blessing
N-fs
טֽוֹב
ṭôwb
H2896
pleasant
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Proverbs 24:25
וְ/לַ/מּוֹכִיחִ֥ים
yâkach
H3198
"to rebuke"
Conj | Prep | V-Hiphil
This Hebrew word means to rebuke or correct, and is used in the Bible to describe arguing, judging, or convincing someone of their wrongdoings. It is seen in the KJV translation as rebuke or reprove. The word is used in various forms, including to describe God's correction of his people.
Definition: 1) to prove, decide, judge, rebuke, reprove, correct, be right 1a) (Hiphil) 1a1) to decide, judge 1a2) to adjudge, appoint 1a3) to show to be right, prove 1a4) to convince, convict 1a5) to reprove, chide 1a6) to correct, rebuke 1b) (Hophal) to be chastened 1c) (Niphal) to reason, reason together 1d) (Hithp) to argue
Usage: Occurs in 55 OT verses. KJV: appoint, argue, chasten, convince, correct(-ion), daysman, dispute, judge, maintain, plead, reason (together), rebuke, reprove(-r), surely, in any wise. See also: Genesis 20:16; Psalms 38:2; Psalms 6:2.
יִנְעָ֑ם
nâʻêm
H5276
"be pleasant"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to be pleasant or agreeable, describing something or someone as beautiful, sweet, or delightful, as seen in the Bible's descriptions of beautiful music or lovely landscapes. It is used to describe things that bring joy. In the Bible, it appears in descriptions of pleasant things.
Definition: (Qal) to be pleasant, be beautiful, be sweet, be delightful, be lovely
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: pass in beauty, be delight, be pleasant, be sweet. See also: Genesis 49:15; Proverbs 9:17; Psalms 141:6.
וַֽ֝/עֲלֵי/הֶ֗ם
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Conj | Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
תָּב֥וֹא
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
בִרְכַּת
Bᵉrâkâh
H1293
"blessing"
N-fs
In the Bible, a blessing is a gift from God, bringing prosperity and praise. It appears in Genesis and Psalms, where people bless God and each other. This concept is central to Jewish and Christian traditions.
Definition: 1) blessing 2) (source of) blessing 3) blessing, prosperity 4) blessing, praise of God 5) a gift, present 6) treaty of peace
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: blessing, liberal, pool, present. See also: Genesis 12:2; 2 Kings 5:15; Psalms 3:9.
טֽוֹב
ṭôwb
H2896
"pleasant"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means good or welfare, describing something that is beneficial or pleasing, like a good deed or a happy time. It is used in many contexts, including Genesis and Psalms. This word is often translated as 'good' or 'beautiful'.
Definition: adj 1) good, pleasant, agreeable 1a) pleasant, agreeable (to the senses) 1b) pleasant (to the higher nature) 1c) good, excellent (of its kind) 1d) good, rich, valuable in estimation 1e) good, appropriate, becoming 1f) better (comparative) 1g) glad, happy, prosperous (of man's sensuous nature) 1h) good understanding (of man's intellectual nature) 1i) good, kind, benign 1j) good, right (ethical) Aramaic equivalent: tav (טָב "fine" H2869)
Usage: Occurs in 521 OT verses. KJV: beautiful, best, better, bountiful, cheerful, at ease, [idiom] fair (word), (be in) favour, fine, glad, good (deed, -lier, -liest, -ly, -ness, -s), graciously, joyful, kindly, kindness, liketh (best), loving, merry, [idiom] most, pleasant, [phrase] pleaseth, pleasure, precious, prosperity, ready, sweet, wealth, welfare, (be) well(-favoured). See also: Genesis 1:4; Ruth 2:22; 2 Chronicles 3:8.
Study Notes — Proverbs 24:25
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- Context
- Cross References
- Proverbs 24:25 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 24:25
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 24:25
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 24:25
- Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 24:25
- Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 24:25
- Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 24:25
- Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 24:25
- Sermons on Proverbs 24:25
Context — Further Sayings of the Wise
23These also are sayings of the wise: To show partiality in judgment is not good.
24Whoever tells the guilty, “You are innocent”— peoples will curse him, and nations will denounce him;
25but it will go well with those who convict the guilty, and rich blessing will come upon them.
26An honest answer given is like a kiss on the lips. 27Complete your outdoor work and prepare your field; after that, you may build your house.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Timothy 5:20 | But those who persist in sin should be rebuked in front of everyone, so that the others will stand in fear of sin. |
| 2 | 1 Samuel 3:13 | I told him that I would judge his house forever for the iniquity of which he knows, because his sons blasphemed God and he did not restrain them. |
| 3 | Proverbs 28:23 | He who rebukes a man will later find more favor than one who flatters with his tongue. |
| 4 | Titus 2:15 | Speak these things as you encourage and rebuke with all authority. Let no one despise you. |
| 5 | Nehemiah 13:28 | Even one of the sons of Jehoiada son of Eliashib the high priest had become a son-in-law to Sanballat the Horonite. Therefore I drove him away from me. |
| 6 | Titus 1:13 | This testimony is true. Therefore rebuke them sternly, so that they will be sound in the faith |
| 7 | Nehemiah 13:8–11 | And I was greatly displeased and threw all of Tobiah’s household goods out of the room. Then I ordered that the rooms be purified, and I had the articles of the house of God restored to them, along with the grain offerings and frankincense. I also learned that because the portions for the Levites had not been given to them, all the Levites and singers responsible for performing the service had gone back to their own fields. So I rebuked the officials and asked, “Why has the house of God been neglected?” Then I gathered the Levites and singers together and stationed them at their posts, |
| 8 | Job 29:16–18 | I was a father to the needy, and I took up the case of the stranger. I shattered the fangs of the unjust and snatched the prey from his teeth. So I thought: ‘I will die in my nest and multiply my days as the sand. |
| 9 | Nehemiah 5:7–9 | and after serious thought I rebuked the nobles and officials, saying, “You are exacting usury from your own brothers!” So I called a large assembly against them and said, “We have done our best to buy back our Jewish brothers who were sold to foreigners, but now you are selling your own brothers, that they may be sold back to us!” But they remained silent, for they could find nothing to say. So I continued, “What you are doing is not right. Shouldn’t you walk in the fear of our God to avoid the reproach of our foreign enemies? |
| 10 | Nehemiah 13:17 | Then I rebuked the nobles of Judah and asked, “What is this evil you are doing—profaning the Sabbath day? |
Proverbs 24:25 Summary
This verse, Proverbs 24:25, is saying that when we stand up for what is right and hold people accountable for their wrong actions, God will bless us and things will go well for us. This is because God loves justice and hates injustice, as seen in Psalm 11:7 and Isaiah 61:8. It's like when we see someone being bullied or treated unfairly, and we speak up to stop it - that's convicting the guilty, and it's a way of showing love and kindness, as seen in Proverbs 24:23-24. By standing up for what is right, we can trust that God will reward us and bring good things into our lives, as promised in Psalm 37:3-4.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'convict the guilty' in Proverbs 24:25?
To convict the guilty means to hold people accountable for their wrong actions, as seen in Proverbs 24:24, and to stand up for what is right, even if it's difficult, as encouraged in Psalm 15:4 and Isaiah 1:17.
How does convicting the guilty relate to being a good witness in court?
Convicting the guilty is about speaking truth and standing up for justice, which is also a key principle in being a good witness, as seen in Leviticus 19:11 and Proverbs 12:17, where honesty and integrity are valued.
What kind of 'rich blessing' can we expect if we convict the guilty?
The 'rich blessing' in Proverbs 24:25 is a promise of God's favor and reward for those who stand up for what is right, similar to the blessings promised in Psalm 37:3-4 and Matthew 5:10 for those who seek justice and righteousness.
Is convicting the guilty only for those in positions of authority?
No, convicting the guilty is a principle that applies to all believers, as seen in Micah 6:8, where we are called to do justice and love mercy, and in 1 Peter 2:12, where we are encouraged to live good lives and speak up for what is right.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can 'convict the guilty' in my daily life, such as standing up for a friend or family member who is being treated unfairly?
- How can I balance the need to convict the guilty with the need to show love and compassion, as seen in Matthew 9:13 and Luke 15:11-32?
- What are some potential risks or challenges of convicting the guilty, and how can I prepare myself to face them, as seen in 2 Timothy 3:12 and 1 Peter 4:12-13?
- How can I trust that God will bring 'rich blessing' into my life if I stand up for what is right, even when it's hard, as promised in Jeremiah 29:11 and Romans 8:28?
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 24:25
But to them that rebuke [him] shall be delight,.... That is, such that rebuke in the gate, or openly, in a court of judicature; that reprove delinquents, such as are found guilty of malpractices, and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 24:25
But to them that rebuke him shall be delight, and a good blessing shall come upon them.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 24:25
That rebuke him; that publicly and judicially rebuke and condemn the wicked. Delight; the peace of a good conscience, and the comfort of a good name. A good blessing; which the people shall wish, and by their prayers obtain, from God for them; which is fitly opposed to the people’ s curse in the last verse.
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 24:25
Proverbs 24:25 But to them that rebuke [him] shall be delight, and a good blessing shall come upon them.Ver. 25. But to them that rebuke him shall be delight.] Those judges that reprove and punish the wicked shall - besides the Euge of a good conscience, which is far better than the world’ s plaudite - delight themselves in the Lord, and reign in the affections of all good men, who shall soon also say, ‘ God’ s blessing be on such a good judge’ s heart, for he saveth the innocent, and punisheth the wicked,’ &c. As he hath "done worthily in Ephrata, so he shall be famous in Bethlehem." See Job 29:11-12.
Cambridge Bible on Proverbs 24:25
25. rebuke] i.e. convict and punish. Comp. the use of the same Heb. word in Proverbs 3:12; Amos 5:10.
Barnes' Notes on Proverbs 24:25
There is no surer path to popularity than a righteous severity in punishing guilt.
Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 24:25
24, 25. He that saith — These verses seem related to the same general subject as the preceding — wise and impartial judgment.
Sermons on Proverbs 24:25
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Beyond Forgiveness by Don Baker | In this sermon, the speaker recounts a moment when he called a man named Greg to the pulpit in front of the congregation. It is revealed that Greg had fallen in battle and was in n |
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Contending for the Faith by Jack Hudson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of setting a good example and maintaining faith in God. He uses the analogy of picking up an apple to illustrate the simplici |
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Bishop Wilson's Meditations on His Sacred Office, No. 5.-- Thursday--(Continued) by J.H. Newman | J.H. Newman preaches on the importance of Church discipline, emphasizing the authority given by Jesus Christ to His ministers to judge and discipline according to His Word. Excommu |
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Seven Myths of Repentance (Myth #3, #4, & #5) by Robert Wurtz II | Robert Wurtz II addresses the myths surrounding repentance, debunking the misconceptions that penance equals repentance and that reformation alone signifies true repentance. He emp |
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Homily 12 on the Acts of the Apostles by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches on the story of Ananias and Sapphira, highlighting the severity of their sin of sacrilege and deception, leading to their tragic deaths as a result of thei |
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The Primacy of Self by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon on Fear, the preacher delves into the various uses of 'phobos' in the Bible, highlighting how it can describe both positive and negative senses of fear. While fear c |
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The Ark of the Covenant and the Cross of Christ by Major Ian Thomas | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Eli, the last judge in Israel. Eli was a weary old man who excused sin in his own family and condoned it in the priesthood. He |