Proverbs 8:33
Proverbs 8:33 in Multiple Translations
Listen to instruction and be wise; do not ignore it.
Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not.
Hear instruction, and be wise, And refuse it not.
Take my teaching and be wise; do not let it go.
Listen to my instruction and be wise—do not reject it.
Heare instruction, and be ye wise, and refuse it not: blessed is the man that heareth mee, watching dayly at my gates, and giuing attendance at the postes of my doores.
Hear instruction, and be wise, and slight not.
Hear instruction, and be wise. Don’t refuse it.
Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not.
Hear instruction and be wise, and refuse it not.
Listen carefully to what I teach you and become wise. Do not reject my teaching!
Berean Amplified Bible — Proverbs 8:33
BAB
Word Study
Hover over any word to see its amplified meaning. Click a word to explore its full definition and translation comparisons.
Amplified text is generated using scripting to tie together English translations for comparison. Always refer to the core BSB translation and original Hebrew/Greek text for accuracy. Anomalies may occur.
Proverbs 8:33 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
שִׁמְע֖וּ
מוּסָ֥ר
וַ/חֲכָ֗מוּ
וְ/אַל
תִּפְרָֽעוּ
שִׁמְע֖וּ
shâmaʻ
H8085
to hear
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
מוּסָ֥ר
mûwçâr
H4148
discipline
N-ms
וַ/חֲכָ֗מוּ
châkam
H2449
be wise
Conj | V-Qal-Impv-2mp
וְ/אַל
ʼal
H408
not
Conj | Part
תִּפְרָֽעוּ
pâraʻ
H6544
to lead
V-Qal-Juss-2mp
Hebrew Word Study
Select any word above to explore its original meaning, root, and usage across Scripture.
Use ← → arrow keys to navigate between words.
Hebrew Word Reference — Proverbs 8:33
שִׁמְע֖וּ
shâmaʻ
H8085
"to hear"
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
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.
מוּסָ֥ר
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.
וַ/חֲכָ֗מוּ
châkam
H2449
"be wise"
Conj | V-Qal-Impv-2mp
To be wise means to have good judgment and act intelligently, as described in the Bible. This word is used in Proverbs and other books to encourage people to seek wisdom and make wise decisions, like King Solomon.
Definition: 1) to be wise 1a) (Qal) to be or become wise, act wisely 1b) (Piel) to make wise, teach wisdom, instruct 1c) (Pual) to be made wise 1d) (Hiphil) to make wise 1e) (Hithpael) to show oneself wise, deceive, show one's wisdom
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] exceeding, teach wisdom, be (make self, shew self) wise, deal (never so) wisely, make wiser. See also: Exodus 1:10; Proverbs 13:20; Psalms 19:8.
וְ/אַל
ʼal
H408
"not"
Conj | Part
Means not or nothing, used to express negation, as in the phrase do not or let not be.
Definition: 1) not, no, nor, neither, nothing (as wish or preference) 1a) do not, let not (with a verb) 1b) let there not be (with a verb understood) 1c) not, no (with substantive) 1d) nothing (as substantive) Aramaic equivalent: al (אַל "not" H0409)
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: nay, neither, [phrase] never, no, nor, not, nothing (worth), rather than. See also: Genesis 13:8; Joshua 11:6; 1 Chronicles 22:13.
תִּפְרָֽעוּ
pâraʻ
H6544
"to lead"
V-Qal-Juss-2mp
To neglect or let something go is the meaning of this word, which can also imply exposing or dismissing something. In the Bible, it is used to describe turning away from God or neglecting responsibilities.
Definition: to lead, act as leader
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: avenge, avoid, bare, go back, let, (make) naked, set at nought, perish, refuse, uncover. See also: Exodus 5:4; 2 Chronicles 28:19; Proverbs 1:25.
Study Notes — Proverbs 8:33
Show Verse Quote Highlights
- Context
- Cross References
- Proverbs 8:33 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 8:33
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 8:33
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 8:33
- Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 8:33
- Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 8:33
- Sermons on Proverbs 8:33
Context — The Excellence of Wisdom
31I was rejoicing in His whole world, delighting together in the sons of men.
32Now therefore, my sons, listen to me, for blessed are those who keep my ways.
33Listen to instruction and be wise; do not ignore it.
34Blessed is the man who listens to me, watching daily at my doors, waiting at the posts of my doorway. 35For whoever finds me finds life and obtains the favor of the LORD.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Proverbs 4:1 | Listen, my sons, to a father’s instruction; pay attention and gain understanding. |
| 2 | Psalms 81:11–12 | But My people would not listen to Me, and Israel would not obey Me. So I gave them up to their stubborn hearts to follow their own devices. |
| 3 | Proverbs 5:1 | My son, pay attention to my wisdom; incline your ear to my insight, |
| 4 | Proverbs 1:8 | Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction, and do not forsake the teaching of your mother. |
| 5 | Proverbs 1:2–3 | for gaining wisdom and discipline, for comprehending words of insight, and for receiving instruction in wise living and in righteousness, justice, and equity. |
| 6 | Romans 10:16–17 | But not all of them welcomed the good news. For Isaiah says, “Lord, who has believed our message?” Consequently, faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ. |
| 7 | Hebrews 12:25 | See to it that you do not refuse Him who speaks. For if the people did not escape when they refused Him who warned them on earth, how much less will we escape if we reject Him who warns us from heaven? |
| 8 | Isaiah 55:1–3 | “Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the waters; and you without money, come, buy, and eat! Come, buy wine and milk without money and without cost! 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. Incline your ear and come to Me; listen, so that your soul may live. I will make with you an everlasting covenant— My loving devotion promised to David. |
| 9 | Proverbs 1:21 | in the main concourse she cries aloud, at the city gates she makes her speech: |
| 10 | Acts 7:35–37 | This Moses, whom they had rejected with the words, ‘Who made you ruler and judge?’ is the one whom God sent to be their ruler and redeemer through the angel who appeared to him in the bush. He led them out and performed wonders and signs in the land of Egypt, at the Red Sea, and for forty years in the wilderness. This is the same Moses who told the Israelites, ‘God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among your brothers.’ |
Proverbs 8:33 Summary
This verse is encouraging us to pay attention to and learn from the teachings of wisdom. When we listen to instruction and heed it, we can become wise and make good choices, just like it says in Proverbs 3:13. Ignoring instruction, on the other hand, can lead to foolishness and poor decisions, as warned in Proverbs 1:7. By listening to instruction and seeking wisdom, we can live a more fulfilling life and please God, as seen in Proverbs 8:34 and Psalm 119:97.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'listen to instruction' in Proverbs 8:33?
To listen to instruction means to pay attention to and heed the teachings of wisdom, as personified in Proverbs 8, and to apply them to our lives, just as we are called to in Psalm 119:34 and James 1:22.
Why is it important not to ignore instruction in this verse?
Ignoring instruction can lead to foolishness and a lack of wisdom, as warned in Proverbs 1:7, whereas listening to instruction and heeding it can bring blessing and wisdom, as seen in Proverbs 8:32 and Proverbs 8:34.
How does this verse relate to our daily lives?
This verse encourages us to prioritize wisdom and instruction in our daily lives, seeking to learn and grow in our understanding of God's ways, as seen in Deuteronomy 4:6 and Psalm 119:97.
What is the benefit of being wise according to this verse?
According to Proverbs 8:33, being wise comes from listening to instruction, and this wisdom can lead to a deeper understanding of God's ways and a more fulfilling life, as seen in Proverbs 3:13 and Proverbs 9:10.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to listen more carefully to instruction and wisdom?
- How can I prioritize seeking wisdom and instruction in my daily life, and what steps can I take to make this a habit?
- What are some ways that I have ignored instruction in the past, and how can I learn from those experiences to make better choices in the future?
- What does it mean for me to 'be wise' in my current circumstances, and how can I apply the wisdom of Proverbs 8:33 to my life?
Gill's Exposition on Proverbs 8:33
Hear instruction,.... The instruction of wisdom, the Gospel of Christ; which instructs men in things relating to God the Father; as that he is the God and Father of his people, the God of all grace,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Proverbs 8:33
Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not. Near instruction - Hebrew, disciplinary instruction: the first step to wisdom.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Proverbs 8:33
Or, do not make it void or unprofitable to you by your own sloth or wilfulness.
Trapp's Commentary on Proverbs 8:33
Proverbs 8:33 Hear instruction, and be wise, and refuse it not.Ver. 33. Hear instruction, and be wise.] This way wisdom enters into the soul. Hear, therefore, for else there is no hope; hear, howsoever. Augustine, coming to Ambrose to have his ears tickled, had his heart touched.
Whedon's Commentary on Proverbs 8:33
FROM TO THE OF WISDOM, Proverbs 8:32-36. 32, 33. Now therefore — Considering all these preceding things. Ye children — Compare Proverbs 4:1; Proverbs 5:7; Proverbs 7:24; Proverbs 8:32.
Sermons on Proverbs 8:33
| Sermon | Description | |
|---|---|---|
|
Responsibility by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of character and example in teaching and training children. He highlights the need for parents to not only teach their childre |
|
|
Family Series Part 3 (Responsibility, the Duty of Fathers) by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of character and example in parenting. He highlights the significance of teaching children God's commandments and living them |
|
The Man Who Comes After the King by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of living out the truth of God's word. He highlights the tragic reality of a generation that possesses truth but fails to embr |
|
Looking on the Heart by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Brian leads the congregation in reading Proverbs chapter 4. The scripture emphasizes the importance of listening to the instruction of a father and not forsa |
|
Wanted - a Man by Paul Valentine | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of fathers and parents in providing moral instruction to their children. He encourages fathers to take responsibility for teac |
|
|
What Is a Christian 05 Child Needs Discipline by James K. Boswell | In this sermon, the preacher shares two personal stories to illustrate the concept of sacrifice and love. The first story is about a little boy during war times who is taught by hi |
|
Parenting: Raising Up Godly Leaders by Shane Idleman | Shane Idleman emphasizes the vital role of parenting in raising godly leaders, asserting that everyone influences someone, regardless of their parental status. He encourages listen |