Proverbs 11:23 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

The desire of the righteous is only good: but the expectation of the wicked is wrath.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

What good people want leads only to good things, but what evil people expect will bring God's anger.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse teaches that righteous people desire things that lead to good outcomes, while wicked people can only expect to face consequences for their evil ways.

📚 Historical Context

The Book of Proverbs is part of the Old Testament's Wisdom Literature, attributed to King Solomon and likely compiled during the monarchy period of ancient Israel around 900 BC. These proverbs were written to provide practical guidance for living wisely in a world of moral choices, drawing from everyday experiences and cultural observations to teach righteousness. In Proverbs 11:23, it contrasts the desires of the righteous, who seek what aligns with God's standards, against the wicked, whose expectations lead to judgment, emphasizing the theme of divine justice in Israelite society.

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